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AU Financial Review
17 hours ago
- Business
- AU Financial Review
Billion-dollar tech founders turn investors with new $50m fund
A group of Australian technology entrepreneurs who have built billion-dollar start-ups have joined forces to invest in a new $50 million venture capital fund, to back the next wave of local founders. More than 15 founders of so-called 'unicorn' start-ups, including Go1 co-founder Andrew Barnes, A Cloud Guru co-founder Sam Kroonenburg and former Aconex chief executive Leigh Jasper, have invested in Glitch Capital.
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Weekend marks Norfolk heritage railway's 35th anniversary
A heritage railway is celebrating its 35th anniversary by reuniting two locomotives to re-create the first journey made on its Valley Railway opened in July 1990 after new track was laid on the former Great Eastern Railway between Aylsham and Wroxham, weekend, locomotives Samson and Winston Churchill, which hauled the first train out of Wroxham station in 1990, will return to the director Andrew Barnes said: "We have a place in railway history and we will fly the flag for railways in Britain." LISTEN: A special reunion at Bure Valley Railway The track bed that the line was built on dates back to 1880 and was crucial for transporting timber, grain and military personnel during World War nationalisation, the line closed to passengers in 1952 but was used by freight services until 1982, with the tracks removed by Bure Valley Railway attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year. Over the weekend, a variety of locomotives will be back in service with the railway providing the "most intensive train service we've offered in many years", Mr Barnes added that the Samson and Winston Churchill locomotives were an "integral part" of British railway Mr Barnes said he hoped the railway would continue for many years to come."We've got the skills to maintain everything. We can repair everything here," he said."If we can get young people involved, there's definitely a future for it." Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
CTV News
15-05-2025
- CTV News
Stolen football helmet recovered, returned to Sarnia team
A stolen football helmet has been recovered and returned to the Sarnia Imperials Football Clubhouse. On May 8, the Sarnia Police Service said a break-and-enter took place at the clubhouse at Norm Perry Park. Various items of football gear, including the expensive helmet and some audio equipment, were stolen. The football club is a not-for-profit organization and the theft impacted the volunteers and its operations greatly. Police were able to identify the suspect as a 40-year-old man of no fixed address. He allegedly sold the helmet, which was worth $500, to a local pawnshop for $80. The man was charged with possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and trafficking property obtained by crime under $5,000. The helmet was returned to Sarnia Imperial Football, still in new condition with tags on. After the incident, the Sarnia Police Service said a relationship was fostered between the two organizations, leading to three officers volunteering. Det. Josh Mitchell volunteered as offensive coordinator, Det. Const. Karl Brown as defensive coordinator, and Const. Colin Sullivan as assistant coach. 'Upon meeting up with SPS to retrieve our property, I struck up a conversation with the investigating officer and subsequently we were able to build a relationship and are now proud to have three officers on our volunteer staff, specifically helping with coaching,' said Andrew Barnes, president and CEO of the Sarnia Imperials Football Club. 'This means so much to our team, as we have always tried to strive for community involvement. I'm thrilled to have three SPS members on our team and hope, in turn, we can bring back the love of the sport to them and the entire community.' Barnes said all volunteers are welcome and the club is grateful for the partnership and lasting relationship.
LBCI
09-05-2025
- Business
- LBCI
PM Salam reaffirms strong ties with Australia, discusses reforms and foreign cooperation
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Australian Ambassador to Lebanon Andrew Barnes reaffirmed the strength of relations between the two countries. Ambassador Barnes praised the contributions of the Lebanese diaspora across various sectors in Australia and emphasized his government's commitment to Lebanon's stability and prosperity. The meeting also included discussions on ongoing cooperation between Australia and Lebanon, particularly in support of the Lebanese Army and Internal Security Forces. Prime Minister Salam also received a delegation of businesspeople and experts, where they discussed the government's recovery plan and financial reforms. He later met with the non-resident ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda to Kuwait, Lebanese-born Mohamad El Zohbi, who expressed his readiness to help strengthen Lebanon's ties with Antigua and Barbuda and the CARICOM group.
eNCA
06-05-2025
- Business
- eNCA
Andrew Barnes joins Uveka Rangappa on All Angles
JOHANNESBURG - "All Angles," hosted by the dynamic duo Uveka Rangappa and Andrew Barnes, is eNCA's comprehensive lunchtime round-up. It is designed to illuminate the day's most compelling stories and help viewers navigate the complex news landscape. The show offers a deep dive with live updates from reporters stationed throughout the country, providing real-time insights into their latest coverage. Rangappa and Barnes actively engage with influential voices in the business sector, analysing the latest market trends and shifts that impact the economy. The show also features a well-rounded finale, including global news highlights, an exciting sports update, and a detailed weather forecast to prepare viewers for the rest of the afternoon. Instead of presenting information, "All Angles" encourages viewers to pause, reflect, and actively engage. This transforms the midday time slot into a rich, meaningful news moment that resonates with the audience.
