Speaking up to industry
7 September 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Ron was a former AMEC Councillor, holding positions in both 1987 and from 1990-1992. In this piece he muses on industry groups and …
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AMEC’s vital role
7 September 2011 • Ron Manners AO
I was an AMEC (Association of Mining and Exploration Companies) Councillor in 1987 and again from 1990-92. This article was written for AMEC’s …
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Another look at China
9 August 2011 • Ron Manners AO
'Time is money and efficiency is life', as the ancient Chinese saying goes. Each time I return home to Australia I make notes on …
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Mounting anger
10 July 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Our feedback (via conversations, emails and Facebook) show the mounting anger from Australia’s ‘new generation’ at being left to ‘pick up the tab’ …
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Turning accidents into opportunities
5 July 2011 • Ron Manners AO
This is part of a presentation I gave to students at Arkaroola in the Flinders Ranges, South Australia. Birthdays and bush living It’s …
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Fond memories of growing up in a country town
30 June 2011 • Ron Manners AO
One of the joys of growing up in a country town is the spirit of cooperation. If the telephone doesn't work you ring one …
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The importance of Western Civilisation
24 June 2011 • Ron Manners AO
The Institute of Public Affairs and Mannkal Economic Education Foundation established a research program in 2010 called the Foundations of Western Civilisation Program. The …
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Our tarnished regulators
10 March 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Rules and regulations are important aspects of our Western Civilization, as without them we would descend into savagery. However, those charged with the …
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The Western Civilisation debate
16 February 2011 • Ron Manners AO
Our Mannkal team has entered the Western Civilisation ‘debate’ through our Sun Rises in the West Conference in Oct. 2010. In doing so, we have added another dimension …
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Half time: Birthday thoughts
8 January 2011 • Ron Manners AO
I made this speech at my 75th birthday event in 2011. As I celebrate another birthday, this time in 2019, I reflect on …
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