26 Nov 2021
PODCAST: housing affordability deteriorates further
Brett Foley |
ANZ-CoreLogic’s latest housing affordability report shows we still have a way to go
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26 Nov 2021
Stateometer: recovery following reopening
Bansi Madhavani | Senior Economist, ANZ
Australia’s states and territories are in a good position for a strong economic rebound after months of extended lockdowns.
28 Oct 2021
Faruqui: continuing to build on demonstrated strengths
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ’s new CFO says the bank has the right capital balance and risk settings to lean into the reopening of the global economy in 2022.
28 Oct 2021
Elliott: investing for the long-term in tech, customer experience, sustainability
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO says the bank had a strong performance despite some ongoing uncertainty and is now preparing to take advantage of future opportunities.
22 Oct 2021
PODCAST: the strategic role of CFOs
Farhan Faruqui | CFO, ANZ
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott and CFO Farhan Faruqui discuss the changing nature of the relationship between the two roles as Faruqui takes up the position.
19 Oct 2021
Watson: banking on sustainability in NZ
Antonia Watson | ANZ Group Executive and CEO, New Zealand
ANZ New Zealand CEO says a strategic focus on environmental sustainability will create opportunities for the bank and its customers.
15 Oct 2021
PODCAST: how will housing market perform post-pandemic?
Michael Wake | General Manager for New South Wales and the ACT
COVID-19 created a unique type of recession. This is what it means for economic recovery and the fortunes of Australia’s housing market.
27 Sep 2021
Geminder: running a business is a marathon, not a sprint
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Finding the right mix of business and family has been the key to success for renowned Australian businesswoman Fiona Geminder.
14 Sep 2021
PODCAST: taking stock of ethical issues
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
A focus on environmental, social and governance issues are no longer a “nice to have” for businesses looking to create long-term value, says investment expert.
08 Sep 2021
Rural land prices: finding the right fertiliser for growth
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
Growth in rural land prices is increasing at huge pace. But what is actually causing this surge and can it be sustained?
07 Sep 2021
The benefit of a balanced business diet
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Success in agriculture is dependent on so many variables. Offering diverse products and services is helping this business thrive even in tough times.
03 Sep 2021
PODCAST: sticking to long-term change
Lisa Vasic | MD Transaction Banking, ANZ Institutional
Companies that started on their digital journey at the beginning of the pandemic must manage any leftover “old school” practices to succeed in the future.
26 Aug 2021
Stateometer: get locked down, get up again, get locked down…
Bansi Madhavani | Senior Economist, ANZ
Australia’s states and territories are in a strong position to weather the economic shock caused by COVID-19’s Delta variant.
23 Aug 2021
B-doubling up on freight for regional Australia
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
A focus on safety and sustainability is crucial for this ambitious logistics company.
11 Aug 2021
Elliott: Faruqui has best attributes for ANZ CFO
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Newly appointed CFO Farhan Faruqui will bring a depth of knowledge and understanding to role, says ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott.
30 Jul 2021
Building resilience in Fiji tourism
Sharon Klyne | bluenotes contributor
Critical tourism infrastructure is being built in Fiji to support the post-pandemic recovery.
28 Jul 2021
Putting pressure on monetary policy
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on old-school monetary policies and whether they can survive in a modern economy.
21 Jul 2021
Under the hood: bank to the future with 1835i
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
After three foundation years within the enterprise, ANZ’s investment and innovation business is “leaving the mothership” to further accelerate scale and growth.
01 Jul 2021
Under the hood: not your regular rewards program
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Investing in Australian-made business Cashrewards will give ANZ the ability to help customers improve their financial wellbeing.
20 May 2021
Stateometer: greater momentum
Bansi Madhavani, Catherine Birch & Adelaide Timbrell | Senior Economists and Economist, ANZ
ANZ’s Stateometer shows economic momentum in Australia’s states and territories is building.
18 May 2021
Aus beef: lots at steak
Ian Hanrahan | Head of FBA Australia, ANZ
There’s good news for Australia’s cattle industry, even after a difficult year for some in the sector.
12 May 2021
Budget 2021: the biggest wins for business
Jenefer Stewart | General Manager Business Banking, ANZ
Tax breaks, incentives for skilled labour and addressing digital security stand out for business in Australian budget.
12 May 2021
Budgeting for equality
Felicity Emmett | Senior Economist, ANZ
From an equity perspective, the 2021 Federal Budget has taken the right steps.
12 May 2021
VIDEO: the return of fiscal policy
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Speaking on video, the ANZ Chief Economist says budget pushes the fiscal boundaries – and is right to do so.
05 May 2021
PODCAST: analysing the result
Jill Campbell | Head of Investor Relations, ANZ
Delve into the details of ANZ’s half-year 2021 results with the bank’s finance and risk experts.
05 May 2021
Elliott: growth opportunities emerging but caution persists
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO says the bank delivered a very strong result after a challenging year but not all geographies are at the same stage of recovery.
30 Apr 2021
Treating an organisational crisis
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
The pandemic has created an opportunity for businesses to partner with medical professionals to create a health-conscious workplace.
27 Apr 2021
Under the hood: challenging the lenders
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
At first glance, it might seem strange for a major bank like ANZ to invest in a challenger lender. But this ANZi alumnus explains one strategy behind the decision.
08 Apr 2021
PODCAST: rise of the machine (learning)
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
AI and machine learning can make banking faster, easier and better for our customers and our people. Here’s how some of our teams are embracing these new technologies.
23 Mar 2021
Beyond Western leadership: lessons from ancient wisdom
Tammy Medard | Managing Director Institutional Australia, ANZ
The era of command-control style cultures has finished. Leaders must create space for collective decision making to engage their teams and achieve results.
09 Mar 2021
Structural outlook for commercial property slows
Catherine Birch & Adelaide Timbrell | Senior Economist & Economist, ANZ
Ongoing COVID-related lockdowns appear to have disrupted the major office construction outlook.
09 Mar 2021
Under the hood: wearing multiple hats
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Running a small business can be an overwhelming experience. This digital financial assistance tool takes out the guesswork.
01 Mar 2021
Aus agri cautiously optimistic for 2021
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
Australia’s agricultural sector emerged from 2020 relatively unscathed and is looking to build on that confidence in the new year.
24 Feb 2021
Under the hood: make an offer
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
As the Australian housing market continues to recover from the pandemic, one digital solution is making it easier than ever for buyers to purchase a home.
18 Feb 2021
PODCAST: delving into the details
Jill Campbell | Head of Investor Relations, ANZ
Take a deeper look into ANZ’s Q1 trading update figures with the bank’s finance and risk experts.
18 Feb 2021
Elliott: learning to flex in a changing world
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO says the strength of the bank’s position came to the fore amid ongoing global and economic uncertainty.
04 Feb 2021
PODCAST: under the hood of ANZi
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
The investments and innovations arm of ANZ has been working hard to accelerate the bank’s digital evolution and more efficient customer service.
28 Jan 2021
Leaving behind legacy: the need for business transformation
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that companies must move quickly in transforming their businesses to be digital-first.
18 Jan 2021
PODCAST: combatting the next decade’s crises
Blair Sheppard | Global Leader Strategy & Leadership, PwC
With COVID-19 still firmly gripping many communities, the next decade will see a number of major crises impacting the world’s economy.
16 Dec 2020
ANZ Board Minutes: flying 20 minutes ahead of the plane
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
New ANZ Chairman Paul O’Sullivan says boards must take a long-term view when making crucial business decisions and keep the community in mind.
15 Dec 2020
Partnering to push payments into the future
Mark Hand | Group Executive Australia Retail and Commercial Banking, ANZ
ANZ and Worldline have created a new joint venture to enhance the payments experience for both consumers and merchants
08 Dec 2020
The outlook for Australian agri in 2021
Mark Bennett & Madeleine Swan | Head of Agribusiness & Associate Director Agri Research, ANZ
Australia’s agri industry had a surprisingly strong year in 2020 despite fires, drought and a global pandemic. The outlook for next year too is positive.
02 Dec 2020
PODCAST: Silicon Valley’s founding father
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Long-time venture capitalist Sanford Robertson has decades of experience in Silicon Valley. And he has no plans to slow down.
05 Nov 2020
Wozniak: disrupting the C-suite
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Legendary Apple co-founder says it’s time for businesses to give disruption a seat at the executive table.
29 Oct 2020
Managing customers and risk through acute change
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ risk management robust, anticipates ongoing uncertainty while customer support drives recovery.
29 Oct 2020
Jablko: maintaining a strong position through uncertainty
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Efficient management of capital, risk and costs allowed the bank to maintain a strong balance sheet through the crisis, says ANZ CFO.
29 Oct 2020
Elliott: focusing on the future
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says the bank has been well protected through COVID-19 and is now looking to future investment opportunities.
26 Oct 2020
More than a grain of hope as winter crops begin harvest
Mark Bennett & Madeleine Swan | Head of Agribusiness & Associate Director Agri Research, ANZ
As harvesters fan out across Australian paddocks, the outlook is bright for an industry strongly rebounding from prolonged drought, COVID-19 and bushfires.
15 Oct 2020
Cultivating female talent in Aus agri
Madeleine Swan | Associate Director, Agri Research Australia, ANZ
Women in Australian agriculture have historically been under the radar. Opportunities in education and employment are seeing this trend shift.
07 Oct 2020
Budget 2020: the biggest wins for business
Jenefer Stewart | General Manager Business Banking, ANZ
Policy announcements on skills, regional investment, depreciation and tax changes will help steady an Australian business community which has struggled through the crisis.
06 Oct 2020
Budget 2020: the new era of fiscal leadership
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Speaking on video, the ANZ Chief Economist scores the Federal Budget on three fronts.
06 Oct 2020
Budget 2020: spend, business, spend
Cherelle Murphy | Senior Economist, ANZ
Australia’s 2020-21 Federal Budget was designed to get the private sector spending again.
24 Sep 2020
Sibos 2020: destination Lygon, outlook global
Arun Kayal & Shane White | AD Institutional Communications & Institutional Content Manager, ANZ
Solving problems with real solutions is just one benefit of the successful guarantees-based Lygon technology.
22 Sep 2020
Sibos 2020: shining a light on APIs
Arun Kayal & Shane White | AD Institutional Communications & Institutional Content Manager, ANZ
Rapidly increasing demand for application programming interfaces is changing the way financial services groups interact with customers.
15 Sep 2020
Sibos 2020: investing in customers
Arun Kayal & Shane White | AD Institutional Communications & Institutional Content Manager, ANZ
Creating value and solving problems for customers is an invaluable investment for all businesses.
01 Sep 2020
Purpose creates recovery, societal benefits
Annette Kimmitt | CEO & Managing Partner, MinterEllison
A focus on purpose helped ANZ find a way through initial stages of COVID-19 crisis, says CEO in wide-ranging podcast.
28 Aug 2020
PODCAST: Gonski reflects on time as Chair
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Outgoing ANZ Chairman David Gonski opens up about his time on the bank’s board and the challenges of the times in this discussion with bluenotes.
26 Aug 2020
Believing in Mike Moore
Peter Parussini | Head of Corporate Affairs New Zealand, ANZ
In this excerpt, ANZ’s Peter Parussini reflects on his time with former NZ Prime Minister Mike Moore and the radical change Moore inspired.
19 Aug 2020
Elliott: bank is prepared, learning, adapting
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott says the bank is focusing on its purpose to guide customers, community and shareholders through this stressful period.
31 Jul 2020
PODCAST: crisis shifts consumer preference for good
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Buying and selling products and services will never be the same as consumer expectations change during crisis.
30 Jul 2020
Cashing out to flatten the curve
Karly Dwyer | Contributor, bluenotes
Consumers and businesses have turned to contactless payments in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and a greater focus on hygiene.
20 Jul 2020
Rental ruptions: the winners and losers
Felicity Emmett & Eliza Owen | Senior Economist, ANZ & Head of Australian Research, CoreLogic
Rental markets across Australia are facing a record oversupply of stock as the impact of the pandemic takes hold – good news for some renters.
13 Jul 2020
Lending a hand beyond September
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ’s head of Australian banking outlines continuing support to customers through Christmas and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
07 Jul 2020
Agri wakes up to a new world
Madeleine Swan | Associate Director, Agri Research Australia, ANZ
The global outlook for agriculture commodities is a bright light in the midst of gloomy pandemic-ridden economies.
09 Jun 2020
ANZ Board Minutes: balancing health, economic responses
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Jane Halton reflects on her involvement in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic and her understanding of the economic consequences.
03 Jun 2020
Post-COVID China: recovery and the demand gap
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
A gap in demand must be closed for China – and the world’s – economy to recover fully from the COVID-19 pandemic.
01 May 2020
Working remotely: ANZ’s network affect
Gerard Florian | Group Executive Technology, ANZ
Companies around the world – including ANZ – had to rapidly adapt both physically and technologically to respond to COVID-19.
30 Apr 2020
Corbally: managing risk in a pandemic
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
More forward-looking accounting standards impacted half-year credit loss provision charge, says ANZ Chief Risk Officer.
30 Apr 2020
Jablko: bank still unquestionably strong in crisis
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Strong capital and liquidity will help customers and shareholders through the crisis, says ANZ CFO.
30 Apr 2020
Elliott: dealing with uncertainty from a position of strength
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says bank’s work coming into the crisis and past experience holds it in good stead to help customers and economy through the pandemic.
08 Apr 2020
The world has changed, business fundamentals haven’t
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Business growth expert Dr Jana Matthews talks through what is needed for SMEs to survive COVID-19 and thrive on the other side.
17 Mar 2020
Elliott: ANZ prepared for crisis, essential banking a priority
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO says bank is in good shape to support customers and staff through the pandemic with long term shareholder interests in mind.
04 Feb 2020
Coronavirus: economic contagion
Khoon Goh & Dhiraj Nim | Head of Asia Research & FX Analyst, ANZ
As the frenzy surrounding Coronavirus continues, economic shockwaves are starting to radiate.
03 Feb 2020
George: Wealth simplification to help customers
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ Deputy CEO says the bank will work with partner companies to offer high quality wealth solutions to customers.
16 Jan 2020
Mega transport underpins pipeline
Catherine Birch | Senior Economist, ANZ
Will the major projects pipeline be ramped up across New South Wales after a lag in 2020?
18 Dec 2019
Behind the curtain of the AGM
Jill Campbell | Head of Investor Relations, ANZ
Annual general meetings are complicated – and essential – operations. Take a look behind the scenes to see how they run.
10 Dec 2019
Financial wellbeing: researching the community
Michelle Commandeur | Head of Financial Inclusion at ANZ
Researching the financial wellbeing of communities can help influence the financial services industry. US expert Dr Dee Warmath explains.
02 Dec 2019
ANZ Board Minutes: banks on the production line
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Graeme Liebelt believes the financial services have a lot to learn from manufacturing. And it’s time to get back to basics.
26 Nov 2019
PODCAST: banking on innovation
Nick Higginbottom | bluenotes contributor, ANZ
Fintechs and banks come together for shared strategic benefit under ANZ’s new investments team, ANZi Ventures.
13 Nov 2019
IN CHARTS: the great Australian dream, peak buying
Tim Lawless | Head of APAC Research, CoreLogic
New data show housing affordability has peaked across a number of regions in Australia.
11 Nov 2019
LONGREAD: bonding over social housing
Caryn Kakas | Head of Housing Strategy, ANZ
Investing in social bonds creates a positive impact for communities and has a commercial return.
07 Nov 2019
Asia growth: a missed opportunity
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Value chains and business models in Asia are being adjusted in the wake of changes to the global trade environment, says ANZ Chief Economist.
01 Nov 2019
ANZ Board Minutes: creating a nuanced focus
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Paula Dwyer discusses challenges in a post-Royal Commission environment and the need for more women in corporate Australia.
31 Oct 2019
Jablko: challenges underscore strategy
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Regulatory and compliance investments will make the bank better for customers, says ANZ CFO.
31 Oct 2019
Elliott: solid performance in challenging conditions
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says strong performances in Institutional banking and New Zealand offset a weaker result in Australia.
15 Oct 2019
Olam Vietnam: sustainability more than catchphrase
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
ANZ CEO & Olam’s Prakash Jhanwer chat about Vietnam’s development and the role of purpose and social responsibility.
11 Oct 2019
ANZ Board Minutes: is the golden era of banking over?
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Ilana Atlas says this era of financial services – and corporate life – demands pace and flexibility.
07 Oct 2019
South Australia: the state making a statement
Steve Radeski & Cherelle Murphy | State Agribusiness Manager, SA & Senior Economist, ANZ
Australia’s driest state has endured ups and downs but the agri industry and broader economy are heading north.
26 Sep 2019
Speaking up for culture
Clare Molan | Whistleblower Program Lead, ANZ
New whistleblower legislation will deliver value to both organisations and their wider communities.
19 Sep 2019
SIBOS19: finserv leaders should be payments experts
Arun Kayal & Shane White | AD Institutional Communications & Institutional Content Manager, ANZ
Banks must educate the broader financial services industry on the benefits of real-time payments platforms, according to two experts.
17 Sep 2019
SIBOS19: businesses grow on Lygon
Adam Grant | Head of Trade & Supply Chain, ANZ
Distributed ledgers, long an answer without a question, are now being used to solve real problems for both businesses and customers.
13 Sep 2019
The social net-worth: engrossed or engaged?
Ryan Crocker & Richard Cartmell | Social Business Development Manager & Community Manager, ANZ
Workplaces are getting more and more social online, whether people ‘like’ it or not.
10 Sep 2019
SIBOS19: fintech takes one for the team
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
The banking industry can thank fintechs for helping them refocus on the customer, say three ANZ experts.
05 Sep 2019
SIBOS19: defending against trade-based money laundering
Arun Kayal | Associate Director Communications, ANZ Institutional
A shift in mindset by the financial services industry is needed to prevent trade-based financial crimes, says two ANZ experts.
29 Aug 2019
Lowering the intensity on carbon
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ is cutting its own carbon emissions but more significantly is supporting customers to lower emissions more broadly.
16 Aug 2019
ANZ mortgage focus showing promise: Hand
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Better clarity and faster processing of mortgage approvals improving outcomes, risk settings maintained, Australia head says.
08 Aug 2019
Action must meet opportunity in Asia
Isaac Rankin | Managing Director - Commercial, ANZ
Although not always easy, major benefits exist for businesses which expand into Asia.
29 Jul 2019
Positive reform driving India
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Strong reform mandates set by the Indian government should lead to positive long-term growth for the nation.
26 Jul 2019
PODCAST: the new frontier for finance
Mel Cutler & James Dunnett | Head of Environmental Sustainability and Corporate Agriculture Relationship Manager, ANZ
Combining debt finance and impact investing has led to the unique purchase of two prominent cattle stations.
22 Jul 2019
The secret life of data
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Deeper analysis of data can help businesses better understand their customers’ buying behaviours.
08 Jul 2019
The Green Revolution needs more colours
Jane Grace | NZ Content Manager, ANZ
The next food revolution needs to be a shift away from monoculture, according to a renowned food futurist.
21 Jun 2019
Housing price recovery: just eggs not chickens
Richard Yetsenga & Felicity Emmett | Chief Economist and Senior Economist at ANZ
The Australian housing market may be starting to improve but not as dramatically as expected.
11 Jun 2019
Waiting on China’s ascendance
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
China’s private sector is facing a make-or-break scenario as the region’s access to credit hangs in the balance.
04 Jun 2019
Tasmania: the southern state’s heading north
Cherelle Murphy | Senior Economist, ANZ
Tasmanians are enjoying robust economic conditions but housing and employment remain a concern according to ANZ Research.
03 Jun 2019
Long-term sustainability is taking off
Bronwyn Corbet | Director - Institutional, ANZ
Australia’s first sustainability linked loan helped Adelaide Airport manage their environmental impact.
20 May 2019
Emissions busted
Kylie Swaine & Cosi De Angelis | Asset Finance Manager & GM, Transaction Banking & Asset Finance Solutions, ANZ
To combat rising carbon emissions, one transport company is harnessing new hybrid electric technology.
10 May 2019
Machine learning: change the way you think
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Increasing productivity returns and solving big problems are just some of the benefits of machine-learning algorithms.
06 May 2019
China-Australia trade: knitted together
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
Australia’s high-quality sheep and wool production is being bolstered by strong demand from Chinese markets.
01 May 2019
Jablko: benefits of staying disciplined
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Driving a better outcome for shareholders is key to capital allocation, says ANZ’s CFO.
01 May 2019
Elliott: optimistic in tough conditions
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says ANZ is managing well through transformation and a tricky environment.
24 Apr 2019
VIDEO: it’s a steep learning curve on yield
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Assessments of the US yield curve risk being too dogmatic, says ANZ Chief Economist.
12 Apr 2019
Warming to green mortgages
Antonia Watson | ANZ Group Executive and CEO, New Zealand
Sustainable houses may cost more to build but they have long-term health and economic benefits.
03 Apr 2019
FEDERAL BUDGET 2019: reaching peak budget
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Structural changes occurring in Australia are starting to impact the budget more forcefully, particularly demographic changes.
03 Apr 2019
FEDERAL BUDGET 2019: small business perks
Isaac Rankin | Managing Director - Commercial, ANZ
Tax write-offs and funding for apprenticeships are some of the promises for SMEs from the 2019-20 Australian Federal Budget.
25 Mar 2019
Atlassian: why we don’t like watermelons
Alicia Aitken | Head of Investment Management for Strategic Projects, ANZ
Atlassian’s resident Work Futurist explains how OKRs – objectives and key results - can empower autonomous workforces.
22 Mar 2019
The invisible cost of nature
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Companies must change or lose trillions of dollars to unsustainability risks, experts suggest.
19 Mar 2019
Leaders must be the custodians of culture
Alexis George | Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Group Executive Wealth Australia, ANZ
Improving culture will build a better nation, says former Australian of the Year David Morrison.
15 Mar 2019
Millennials: keeping time on their side
Zoe Fielding | Freelance journalist
Yes, there are unique challenges - and advantages - for the youngest working generation.
08 Mar 2019
IWD2019: resuming with a resumé gap
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Coming back to work can be daunting but coming back into an ever-changing tech industry is another thing all together.
08 Mar 2019
IWD2019: empowering Indigenous women
Cissy Gore-Birch | National Aboriginal Engagement Manager, BHA
Indigenous women helping to care for their country can boost social and economic returns.
28 Feb 2019
Bishop: an uncertain world needs leadership not populism
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Outgoing MP and Former Australian Foreign Minister discusses the importance of strong leadership in times of global upheaval.
26 Feb 2019
Investors prepare for challenging year
Mark Rider | Chief Investment Officer, ANZ Wealth
Sharemarkets may have rebounded early but the market volatility of 2018 is expected to continue this year.
21 Feb 2019
Elliott: tighter conditions ahead for mortgage markets
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott discusses the outlook for credit quality and customer commitments post-Royal Commission.
20 Feb 2019
NZ wine: full bodied and aging well
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
NZ’s wine industry continues to perform well on the back of profitability for wineries of all sizes.
31 Jan 2019
PODCAST: banking technology’s on Cloud 9
Gerard Florian | Group Executive Technology, ANZ
The cloud, open banking and blockchain technologies will certainly play a role in the future of banking.
23 Jan 2019
The future of farming is big - literally
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
The size and shape of Australia’s farms is changing rapidly at a time when competition is ramping up. A new report offers a glimpse of the future.
22 Jan 2019
PODCAST: AI, the cloud and the future of skills
Gerard Florian | Group Executive Technology, ANZ
As technology continues to advance, organisations must ensure their environments and employees are able to keep up.
18 Jan 2019
Disappearing payments
Gemma Simpson | Digital Producer, bluenotes
Payments are disappearing from view thanks to mobile wallets.
09 Jan 2019
Biz must just get on with the climate opportunity
Paul Orton | Head - Project & Export Finance, Institutional Banking at ANZ
Forget about the politics, ex-BoE director says – just get on with business in a world of climate change.
18 Dec 2018
ANIMATION: 2018 sustainability snapshot
Anna Stewart | Head of Corporate Sustainability, ANZ
Sustainability Review highlights actions to improve customer outcomes and restore community trust.
13 Dec 2018
Future for gov & banking depends on partnerships
Maile Carnegie | Group Executive Digital Banking, ANZ
Banks and governments can work together to ensure people – customers and citizens - get what they need.
12 Dec 2018
ANZ Board Minutes: banks, trust & the governance challenge
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
In the first of our new series, ANZ chairman David Gonski speaks on video about the future challenges for financial services.
06 Dec 2018
More than a token effort
Matt Wood | Head of Digital Products and Partnership at Visa
Tokenisation: the technology changing digital commerce.
30 Nov 2018
VIDEO: success is a culture of learning
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Businesses have an obligation to ensure their people are learning, expert says – the ones which pull it off will be the ones who win.
31 Oct 2018
ANZ strategy paying off: Jablko
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Simplification drives improved capital flexibility, credit quality and continued lower costs in full year, CFO says.
31 Oct 2018
ANZ fit for tough new world of banking: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CEO says bank is in the right shape for growth in an environment of change after small dip in cash profit.
24 Oct 2018
Doing right and making money when investing
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Ethical businesses can create a premium return-on-investment, say two expert stock pickers.
19 Oct 2018
SIBOS2018: fintech, speed dating & banking’s north star
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Emerging technology in financial services is driving industry collaboration to an all-time high.
09 Oct 2018
PODCAST: busting disability myths
Andrew Maxwell | Knowledge & Development Manager, Diversity Council Australia
Organisations must do more to include people with a disability into their teams and workspaces.
02 Oct 2018
PODCAST: recognition and reconciliation
Andrew Maxwell | Knowledge & Development Manager, Diversity Council Australia
Stereotypes about Indigenous Australians in the workplace still exist, so how their growth and success be encouraged?
02 Oct 2018
NZ’s productivity problem
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
NZ businesses are being urged to invest in innovation to boost their productivity.
01 Oct 2018
Lune: the cashless croissanterie
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
As people move away from cash, so too will businesses like Melbourne’s Lune Croissanterie – and there’re other benefits.
26 Sep 2018
The Australian dream needn’t be over
Nick Higginbottom | bluenotes contributor, ANZ
Alternate property models are the solution to keeping a generation out of long-term renthood, developer says.
25 Sep 2018
PODCAST: #MeToo and the wallpaper of misogyny
Lisa Annese | CEO, Diversity Council Australia Limited
With 71 per cent of Australians having been sexually harassed at some point in their lives, workplaces must do more to support victims.
20 Sep 2018
PODCAST: as good as it gets for SMEs?
Daniel Gradwell | Associate Director - Property, ANZ
Growth environment is generally positive but small businesses are keeping tight belts, Ross Cameron says.
19 Sep 2018
bluenotes debate: data, security & disruption for SMEs
Cosi De Angelis | GM Transaction Banking & Asset Finance Solutions, ANZ
Our expert panel continues their deep dive into the ways digital tools & strategy are driving SME growth.
18 Sep 2018
PODCAST: the mental health continuum
Andrew Maxwell | Knowledge & Development Manager, Diversity Council Australia
Mental health issues impact all workplaces - here’s why leaders should care.
17 Sep 2018
bluenotes debate: the digital strategy SMEs need
Cosi De Angelis | GM Transaction Banking & Asset Finance Solutions, ANZ
We chat to a panel of experts about the importance of establishing a digital strategy to drive growth in your SME.
13 Sep 2018
Supporting the future in Viet Nam
Sreeram Iyer | Chief Operating Officer - Institutional, ANZ
The commitment to support education in Viet Nam extends beyond the government to the companies which operate in its communities.
13 Sep 2018
AI: are humans obsolete?
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
AI is already shifting human life. Where are we going now? Five experts give their view.
11 Sep 2018
PODCAST: empathy and the road to success for everyone
Andrew Maxwell | Knowledge & Development Manager, Diversity Council Australia
LGBTIQ+ inclusive cultures create a more productive and innovative workplace, says DCA.
06 Sep 2018
ANZ, Atlassian & lessons from a meteoric rise
Gerard Florian | Group Executive Technology, ANZ
ANZ head of technology wants new deal with Atlassian to be a much-deeper relationship than vendor-client.
05 Sep 2018
India will solve its banking crisis – but what happens then?
Richard Yetsenga & Sanjay Mathur | Chief Economist & Chief Economist, SE Asia & India, ANZ
India’s troubles shall pass – but don’t assume lending will return with vigour in quick succession.
04 Sep 2018
PODCAST: Beyond food and festival
Andrew Maxwell | Knowledge & Development Manager, Diversity Council Australia
Most major cities in Australia boast restaurants of many cultures – but is this where our love for multiculturalism ends?
03 Sep 2018
PODCAST: ethics, banking & striking a balance
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Shayne Elliott & Dr Simon Longstaff chat about the complex role of banks in how customers spend their money.
31 Aug 2018
SMEs: boost revenue $A385 billion a year
Guy Mendelson | Portfolio Lead - Business Owners, ANZ
SMEs can save time and lift financial performance using digital and data, survey shows.
31 Aug 2018
ESG performance as important as financial performance: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Bank seeks to balance the social and economic impacts of its decisions.
29 Aug 2018
Banks v fintechs: better the devil you know
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Disruption is on the horizon and banks can’t avoid it but that doesn’t mean they’re doomed.
27 Aug 2018
NZ housing: snakes and ladders
Elizabeth Kendall | Senior Economist, ANZ NZ
Are New Zealand’s ongoing high prices in the housing market harming productivity?
27 Aug 2018
FURTHER READING: how money moves
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
Often called the “plumbing” of banking, the payments business is complex – and potentially risky.
21 Aug 2018
Bottling startup lightning
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
A panel of experts discuss what startup founders can learn from big business – and what large corporates can take from a culture of disruption.
21 Aug 2018
Collaboration trumps genius
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
It's hard to keep up in an increasingly tech-focused world, we chat to a political economist and a cancer researcher to learn more.
20 Aug 2018
PODCAST: Gone fishing? Still working…
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
ADC Dr Kay Patterson discusses the many benefits of supporting those who want to stay in the workforce past the retirement age.
14 Aug 2018
Build to rent? Not quite yet
David Oudshoorn | State Director, Property – Business & Private Banking, ANZ
While the build to rent model has a lot of promise, does it have what it takes to compete with the Australian Dream of owning a home?
14 Aug 2018
Agri sector ripe for picking in APAC
Anna Green | CEO Philippines, ANZ
Conditions in the Philippines and broader APAC region are perfect for further agriculture M&A.
10 Aug 2018
Māori business: a driving force in NZ’s economy
Siobhan Enright | bluenotes contributor
Māori businesses are booming and there’s a lot to be learnt from them.
10 Aug 2018
Pakihi Māori: he wāhanga nui i roto i te ōhanga o Aotearoa
Siobhan Enright | bluenotes contributor
Kei te puāwai ngā pakihi Māori, ā, he nui ngā akoranga ka puta i a rātau.
09 Aug 2018
Hand: we’ve got to support our farmers
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ’s Mark Hand discusses newly announced relief measures for Australian farmers.
08 Aug 2018
Japan’s point of no return
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
There’s a laundry list of countries hoping Japan has a winning game plan for its ageing population.
07 Aug 2018
SMEs, energy & control
Cosi De Angelis | GM Transaction Banking & Asset Finance Solutions, ANZ
Australian SMEs are facing an energy efficiency challenge. Here’s how one business turned it into an advantage.
06 Aug 2018
The opportunity for precision farming in NZ
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
How can agtech help NZ farmers better run their businesses?
01 Aug 2018
Are platforms the new bank branches?
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Digital has brought a seismic shift in the economics of financial services. An expert describes on podcast what lies ahead.
31 Jul 2018
Could India lead the world on tech?
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Shayne Elliott speaks to Australia’s High Commissioner to India Harinder Sidhu.
25 Jul 2018
Lessons from a two-speed property market
David Oudshoorn | State Director, Property – Business & Private Banking, ANZ
The split between expectations for residential and commercial property continues.
23 Jul 2018
STEM, kids and breaking things
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Pulling things apart and repairing them is still a big pastime for kids - it’s just these days, everything is built from code.
20 Jul 2018
Future bright for top-end agri
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Australia’s northern agriculture frontier is “a great place to have a go”.
19 Jul 2018
PODCAST: why shareholders care about purpose
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Consumers and investors are analysing more than just your core business strategy, says a social impact expert.
18 Jul 2018
FURTHER READING: omni everywhere
Gemma Simpson | bluenotes contributor
It’s banking, for everyone, in one spot. Or is it? Leigh Mahoney clears the air around omnichannel.
18 Jul 2018
In payments, nothing lasts forever
Karl Hoffman | GM Credit Cards & Personal Lending, ANZ
Credit cards were never meant to be the be all and end all. What does the future hold?
17 Jul 2018
Too small to fail
Mark Hand | Group Executive Australia Retail and Commercial Banking, ANZ
SMEs don’t fail nearly as much as you think they do. So why does the myth persist?
16 Jul 2018
Her
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
Meet Jamie, ANZ’s new assistant. She will change the way you look at banking.
12 Jul 2018
bluenotes debate: the renewable future
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
We chat to a panel of experts about the future slate for renewable energy in Australia.
06 Jul 2018
PODCAST: open data and diagnosing financial hardship
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
Open banking will roll out through 2019. So what is it and what does it mean for consumers?
03 Jul 2018
Precision & a little help on the way to startup success
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
We speak to a startup success story which changed the direction of its business – thanks to a little help from a partner.
28 Jun 2018
Let’s not waste time on the why
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
As the spotlight falls on the US yield curve, ANZ Research looks at what this means for credit risk.
27 Jun 2018
PODCAST: both sides of price transparency
Richard Grayson | Head of Health, Business and Private Banking, ANZ
Transparency around healthcare prices could have an unintentional effect, expert suggests.
21 Jun 2018
Why NZ can be a block party
Emma Mellow | bluenotes contributor
NZ has the perfect business environment to develop blockchain tech – and reap the many rewards.
20 Jun 2018
Seeking asylum and barriers to success
Akuol Garang | Master of Human Rights law student & migration agent
Akuol’s family fled from war when she was a child, now she’s studying to become a Human Rights lawyer.
19 Jun 2018
Putting the H in HCD
Melissa Currie | Creative Content Producer, bluenotes
It’s easy to fixate on features and functionality but ultimately consumers will judge your product on how it serves them.
12 Jun 2018
How much longer can this go on?
Mark Rider | Chief Investment Officer, ANZ Wealth
ANZ Wealth’s CIO looks at predictions for a volatile market this quarter.
04 Jun 2018
Australian banks can lead world on sustainability
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
BoM’s Dr Karl Braganza says Australian financial services currently lag Europe in understanding, application of sustainability.
04 Jun 2018
The hardest part of going agile
Alicia Aitken & Greg Szopa | bluenotes contributors
Agile ways of working is a hot topic at the moment but organisations must be wary of the hurdles.
30 May 2018
The reforms SA business owners need
Alan Read | SA Corporate Agriculture Director, ANZ
We chat with a panel of experts on the impact of South Australia’s state budget on business conditions in the region.
29 May 2018
Elliott & Borghetti: the right way to plan your career
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
The key to success in the workplace is just being the best at what you do now, Virgin CEO John Borghetti says.
22 May 2018
How boomers are changing the landscape for small NZ towns
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
A retirement village in the centre of a small town could be a blueprint for boosting regional NZ.
21 May 2018
What’s holding beef back?
Jason Taylor | Regional Executive, Central Queensland, ANZ
ANZ’s Mark Bennett shares trade themes from the ground in Beef Week.
18 May 2018
Privacy, personalisation and the right to be forgotten
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Society is on high alert when it comes to personal data use, so how can organisations better play by the rules?
17 May 2018
PODCAST: we cannot be what we cannot see
Dylan Alcott | Australian Open and Paralympic tennis champion
One in five Australians has a disability - so it’s time to include them in advertising.
16 May 2018
Saving their way to freedom
Professor Roslyn Russell | Principal Research Fellow, RMIT University
Helping people save can help improve financial habits – and change lives, new RMIT research confirms.
15 May 2018
To get more kids into STEM, we need to change
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
A rethink on the way we instill, assess and value knowledge in students is required, educator says.
11 May 2018
Insulating for a better New Zealand
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
Every year, thousands of Kiwi children get sick from poorly built housing and it’s time to do something about it.
09 May 2018
ANZ names Alexis George deputy CEO
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Bank’s head of wealth to take “really valuable” role in addition to current responsibilities. Mark Hand joins executive committee.
09 May 2018
BUDGET 2018: five key takeaways for SMEs
Guy Mendelson | Portfolio Lead - Business Owners, ANZ
More support, opportunities and relief highlight the benefits for Australian small-business owners from the 2018 budget.
09 May 2018
BUDGET 2018: does no harm
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Australia’s better-than-expected tax revenues haven’t failed to disappoint, ANZ’s Chief Economist says on video.
07 May 2018
Stronger planning rules to help customers: George
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ unveils suit of initiatives aimed at improving customer trust in financial advice.
03 May 2018
Buxton: the art of giving
Peter Wilmoth | Feature writer
Art not just for art’s sake but for education and philanthropy – a property expert turns his eye to art and purpose.
02 May 2018
The business of improving the world
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Philanthropy – what’s in it for business? We hear from a company which says the answer is a lot.
02 May 2018
bluenotes debate: leadership, diversity & change
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
A panel of experts share insights into the mechanics of leadership and the importance of reflecting the diversity of your customer base.
01 May 2018
ANZ putting resources where it counts most: Jablko
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CFO says bank’s commitment to simplification has helped lower costs, drive profit.
01 May 2018
Operational efficiency pushes HY profit: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO cites continued simplification, rising share of home loans as drivers of growth.
27 Apr 2018
Businesses are in a tech war: Bloomberg chair
Shayne Elliott | Chief Executive Officer, ANZ
Demand for improved customer experience means companies are at war for tech capability, says Bloomberg’s Chairman.
24 Apr 2018
Housing: supply, demand and affordability
Graham Hodges & Caryn Kakas | Deputy CEO & Tribe Lead Housing, ANZ
Home ownership has changed dramatically, so what are the social and economic forces at play? We present two insightful perspectives.
24 Apr 2018
Q&A: Elliott on the choice to shape the future
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
ANZ CEO chats to bluenotes about the origin of ANZ’s purpose and the leadership role of business in the community.
23 Apr 2018
Gate to plate in New Zealand
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
Booming tourism and a healthy local market are challenging the NZ hospitality sector.
20 Apr 2018
LONGREAD: tech shock > China shock
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
Technology is challenging the economic order far more than China ever did.
16 Apr 2018
INFOGRAPHIC: Asia’s fintech feast
Balaji Natarajan | Head of Payments and Cash Management Products Asia, ANZ
Asian nations are adopting new technologies and platforms as they push to expand their digital economies.
12 Apr 2018
The power of a conversation
Shannon Peachey | Tribe Lead, Savers & Investors, ANZ
Sometimes the best ways to help achieve financial wellbeing are also the simplest, Good Shepherd Microfinance CEO says.
11 Apr 2018
PODCAST: opening up on open data
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Open banking is coming. What are the implications – not just for banks but everyone? Two experts debate the outlook.
09 Apr 2018
Designer foods
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Advances in technology means consumers may soon be targeted based on nutritional requirements.
06 Apr 2018
Banks face fork in the road – and must get off the beaten track
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
MIT professor & futurist Peter Weill says banks must reinvent a model which has been very successful for a long time.
04 Apr 2018
Is it time to delete CVs and personality tests?
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
In order to win in the digital future do big businesses need to morph into software companies?
04 Apr 2018
The future of agtech is connected – and sustainable
Madeleine Swan | Associate Director, Agri Research Australia, ANZ
Agtech makes farming more sustainable. We speak to growers on the ground about how technology is changing practices.
04 Apr 2018
Aus leads Asia on CSR: Blackrock
Shayne Elliott & Pru Bennett | CEO, ANZ & Head of Investment Stewardships, Blackrock
ANZ CEO and Blackrock’s head of investment stewardships chat about returns and social issues.
28 Mar 2018
Everyone wants a slice of China
Ben Barrett | QLD Director, Corporate Agribiz and Emerging Corporate, ANZ
Market access in China is the first step towards export opportunities for Australian agribiz.
27 Mar 2018
Dweck: you’re not a growth mindset person (and here’s why)
Shayne Elliott & Carol Dweck | CEO, ANZ & Psychologist and Best-Selling Author
Author Carol Dweck tells ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott there’s a lot of shades of grey when it comes to mindset.
26 Mar 2018
Bubbles, not balloons, for a better future
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
Just like individuals, organisations may not fully understand their environmental impact.
26 Mar 2018
Q&A: China, banks & DLTs
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Two experts chat about how Chinese banks are using blockchain technology - and the lessons Australian banks can take.
22 Mar 2018
PODCAST: bricks and mortar have a future in retail – just smaller
Jo Masters | Senior Economist, ANZ
Growing overheads related to physical stores becoming a bigger issue for retail, retailer group boss says.
20 Mar 2018
Accessibility for all
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
Companies must consider the needs of all their customers when designing products and processes.
16 Mar 2018
Plum opportunities ahead for horticulture
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
Australian fruit and nut exports to China increased by 500 per cent in the past four years.
15 Mar 2018
Australia’s key role in the ASEAN economy
Mark Whelan | Group Executive Institutional, ANZ
The importance of the growing economic scale of ASEAN cannot be underestimated.
15 Mar 2018
On the internet, nobody knows you’re a toaster
Anne Collard | Head of Payments Capabilities & Industry, ANZ
A digital-identity system in Australia is vital as more retail and financial services migrate online.
07 Mar 2018
IWD2018 PODCAST: bringing success to work
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
Diversity in business is an asset as unique insights can be drawn from a broad range of experiences.
05 Mar 2018
IWD2018: how job sharing creates better leaders
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
Flexible working allows women - and men - to create a better work-life balance and ultimately be better workplace leaders.
02 Mar 2018
IWD2018: how safe spaces create inclusion for all women
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
We speak to two ANZ employees about the importance of celebrating all women on IWD.
28 Feb 2018
CEOs must set the tone to lead cultural change
Isaac Rankin | Managing Director - Commercial, ANZ
Two experts share insights into building winning business cultures.
27 Feb 2018
Singapore on front foot over demographic challenges
Khoon Goh | Head of Asia Research, ANZ
City nation set to raise GST rate in order to stave off ageing population issues.
26 Feb 2018
bluenotes debate: blocks, banks & bits
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
We chat to four experts who cut through the blockchain hype and look at how banks will make effective use of the technology.
26 Feb 2018
PODCAST: Alibaba, the sleeping giant of retail
Jo Masters | Senior Economist, ANZ
While Australian retailers are bracing their windows for the Amazon storm, Alibaba is walking freely through the door.
23 Feb 2018
Go with your gut: chef McConnell
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Restaurateur says there’s not always a guide book for operating a business.
22 Feb 2018
Six lessons learned in human centred design
Peter Dalton | Customer Experience Lead, ANZ
What is “human centred design” and how do you use it to design a banking app?
20 Feb 2018
Sustainable homes for sustainable communities
Shayne Elliott & Jeremy McLeod | CEO, ANZ & Founder and MD, Nightingale Housing
ANZ’s Shayne Elliott chats to Nightingale Housing’s Jeremy McLeod about environmentally and financially sustainable urban housing development.
16 Feb 2018
Celebrating opportunity on Lunar New Year
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
We speak to an SME owner on celebrating a life and business in NZ in the Year of the Dog.
13 Feb 2018
Q&A: trust & the social executive
Shayne Elliott & Craig Mullaney | CEO, ANZ & Strategic Partner Development, Facebook
How can leaders do their job effectively in the era of social media? ANZ’s Shayne Elliott and Facebook’s Craig Mullaney share insights.
12 Feb 2018
The importance of diversity, inclusion & respect at work
Reina Webster-Iti | bluenotes contributor
As we celebrate Auckland Pride, we chat to an ANZ staff member about how important it is to have support at work.
06 Feb 2018
David Thodey on culture, leadership & change
Paul Presland | General Manager of Small Business Banking, ANZ
Former Telstra CEO chats on podcast about the importance of putting the customer at the centre of your culture.
06 Feb 2018
On the other side of the internet (there is a person)
Lynwen Connick | CISO, ANZ
On Safer Internet day, it’s important to educate ourselves and our kids on using the internet safely – but the tools we use also have role.
05 Feb 2018
Ice cream of the crop
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
We chat to two entrepreneurs looking to bring a new ice age to NZ.
05 Feb 2018
The idea exchange
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
On podcast, we discuss the mutual benefits of corporations partnering with academia.
02 Feb 2018
Mehra: getting back to basics on brand
Janak Rogers | Host, The ANZ Way podcast
ANZ’s GM group marketing talks through the thinking behind the bank’s ‘get on top’ push.
30 Jan 2018
PODCAST: a wombat, post-it notes and a 16 million person survey
Jemma Wight | Production Editor, bluenotes
We talk to the lead of the Australian Marriage Law Postal Survey about how being agile helped deliver a ‘yes’ vote in 99 days.
30 Jan 2018
Q&A: innovation never stops
Craig Sims & Shaji Farooq | GM Operations & Services, ANZ & President & CEO, BFSI, Wipro Ltd
Financial services, like all businesses, can’t be satisfied with the gains it has made in technology.
29 Jan 2018
Kiwifruit envy
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
The success story for NZ kiwifruit is remarkable – and ongoing. We speak to a grower about what’s next.
23 Jan 2018
SMEs: go digital and grow
Gary Parkin | SA State Head Small Business Banking, ANZ
We hear from an SME saving 22 hours a week in administrative tasks since turning to cloud-based digital platforms.
22 Jan 2018
The future of property in two charts & a podcast
Shane White & Jemma Wight | Senior production editor & production editor, bluenotes
What lies ahead for the property market? Forecasts are mixed.
18 Jan 2018
Dylan Alcott: that winning culture
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
From the court to the office, Open champion says the most vital ingredient of success is culture.
11 Jan 2018
Cadel Evans: work hard, get rewards
Peter Wilmoth | Feature writer
The secret to cycling and career success is the same, according to Tour de France winner Cadel Evans.
08 Jan 2018
The real job of leaders in times of change
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
The emotional side of change is often overlooked by businesses - understanding it can help staff embrace the new normal.
19 Dec 2017
Elliott: community, causes & social licence
Sally Warhaft | Broadcaster, anthropologist and writer
On podcast, CEO talks about ANZ’s causes and the changing community expectations which led the bank to support a royal commission.
19 Dec 2017
The craft: new frontiers for Australian micro-brewing
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
With Australia covered, craft beer producers are looking offshore for their next round – and Asia has a thirst for the product.
19 Dec 2017
bluenotes debate: collaboration, the key to thriving communities
John Thwaites | Chair, Monash Sustainable Development Institute
Our panel of business and community leaders discuss the role of cross-sector partnerships in responding to society’s most-complex social and environmental challenges.
18 Dec 2017
Why we need to teach kids the ABCs of STEM
Ryan Crocker & Carina Parisella | contributor & innovation editor, bluenotes
We speak to author and expert Penelope Taylor on the business imperative of ensuring children have the right skills to be fit for the jobs of the future.
12 Dec 2017
Elliott: wealth simplification complete
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Speaking on video, ANZ CEO says more-focussed bank helps its customers and shareholders.
11 Dec 2017
The new order for NZ food
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
A new generation of consumers is changing the game when it comes to food – not just what we’re buying but how we’re buying it.
08 Dec 2017
Aussie agritourism, cubed
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Visitor numbers continue to grow in winery regions – and one business is moving to take advantage.
07 Dec 2017
APIs, the secret sauce of the future for SMEs
Guy Mendelson | Portfolio Lead - Business Owners, ANZ
SMEs with advanced levels of digital engagement are 50 per cent more likely to grow revenue.
06 Dec 2017
PODCAST: the gap between boards and cyber risk
Paul Burrow | Security Capability Uplift Manager, ANZ
Boards are told more about cyber risk than ever before, McAfee exec says – but do they understand it?
04 Dec 2017
How the NPP will digitise payment
Kate Sutherland | bluenotes contributor
On podcast, ANZ’s Nigel Dobson and NPP’s Adrian Lovney chat about the real-time future of the Australian payments sector.
30 Nov 2017
Banks realise climate change is a banking issue
Paul Orton | Head - Project & Export Finance, Institutional Banking at ANZ
Former BoE exec says banks are finally coming around.
29 Nov 2017
Biz must embrace diversity or fail
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
In order to be successful, businesses need to drive more innovation – and that’s a by-product of diverse workplaces, MYOB CEO says.
28 Nov 2017
A step toward safety
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
NZ has one of the highest rates of domestic violence in the world but a new partnership hopes to help ease financial abuse.
24 Nov 2017
REWIND: financial literacy is a right for all
Roslyn Russell & Michelle Commandeur | Principal Research Fellow, RMIT University & Head of Financial Inclusion, ANZ
Two experts in financial literacy chat about the importance of access to financial education for society’s most vulnerable.
20 Nov 2017
VIDEO: taking stock on cattle prices
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
See insights from key ANZ experts on beef, grains and more in our commodities outlook.
13 Nov 2017
Get back to basics on brand: Howcroft
Leane Mason | Senior Relationship Manager – Specialty Retail, ANZ
Ad guru says businesses need to ensure diversity in marketing spend and avoid the seduction of digital.
10 Nov 2017
The danger of information overload at work
Alicia Aitken & Greg Szopa | bluenotes contributors
Good stories can help mitigate social risk in workplaces in times of tremendous change.
10 Nov 2017
Community & CX in Chinatown, one floor at a time
Shane White | Content Manager - Institutional, ANZ
ANZ’s Peter Cai takes us on a tour of the bank's Chinatown branch, a cultural centre completely designed around customers and the community.
08 Nov 2017
Is the NZ lawyer of the future a robot?
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
AI and technology are going to fundamentally change the legal sector in the future. How do law firms hire with this in mind?
26 Oct 2017
ANZ reshaping paying off: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says better-focussed bank has delivered higher returns while reducing costs and growing capital after announcing full-year profit growth.
26 Oct 2017
Jablko: ANZ capital put to best use
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ CFO says bank has capital flexibility, is focussed on better returns for risk and continues to reshape its business.
19 Oct 2017
The size of the Asian opportunity has doubled
Mark Hand | Group Executive Australia Retail and Commercial Banking, ANZ
The size of the Asian opportunity for Australian businesses has doubled in the last 12 months to $A278 billion.
19 Oct 2017
Want change to succeed? Learn what to forget
Alicia Aitken & Greg Szopa | bluenotes contributors
Atlassian R&D head Dom Price shares the secret to staying relevant within businesses experiencing rapid transformation.
18 Oct 2017
The languages of NZ stories
Tony Field | bluenotes contributor
In Chinese Language Week, we speak to a NZ SME owner who understands the importance of understanding culture.
17 Oct 2017
ANZ still committed to wealth customers: George
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ sells OnePath to IOOF in deal which will separate super and insurance arms.
10 Oct 2017
Attracting cyber talent crucial: Connick
Erica Hardinge | Head of Security Enablement, ANZ
ANZ CISO talks on video and podcast about the skills shortage in cybersecurity – and the risks if the issue isn’t solved.
09 Oct 2017
Apple iPhone X - the mobile banking era is over
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Banking is now about convenience – and it’s up to banks to learn where the friction points are.
06 Oct 2017
How culture connects Kiwi biz to history
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
With New Zealand’s Asian population set to double in the next 25 years, embracing cultural traditions are an important part of business.
06 Oct 2017
Growth in remote areas helps all: FMG’s Power
Kathleen Jahour | Head of Regional Business Banking WA
Fortescue CEO says partnership with ANZ will help remote communities meet needs of surrounding industry.
05 Oct 2017
Women in sport – it’s getting better
Sue McGregor | Head of Sponsorship at ANZ
The challenges of being elite sportswomen are tricky issues to discuss – but the tide is beginning to turn.
03 Oct 2017
REALas, start-ups and learning to talk corporate
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ has acquired property pricing startup REALas – we speak to the founder on podcast and video.
02 Oct 2017
The next steps for Kiwisaver
Craig Mulholland | Managing Director of Wealth at ANZ Investments NZ
A survey shows a majority of New Zealanders support making their national savings initiative, KiwiSaver, compulsory.
26 Sep 2017
A winery to Asia: the Brown Brothers story
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
From grapes in the King Value to wine in Shenzen, Asia customers want an experience.
19 Sep 2017
Oh what a feeling, agile working
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ’s Colin Neave recalls his time at Toyota where a shift to a new way of work saw the company top the marketplace.
07 Sep 2017
Can Aus afford to be choosers on foreign investment?
Mark Bennett | Head of Aus Agribusiness, ANZ
Resistance to foreign investment in agriculture Australia risks costing the country on the global stage, expert suggests.
04 Sep 2017
PODCAST: the power (and security) of your voice
Peter Dalton | Customer Experience Lead, ANZ
Mobile phones are set to become personal biometric devices, increasing security on a number of features.
29 Aug 2017
Smorgon: the key to successful family succession
Brendan Rinaldi | State Manager, Business Banking SA & NT, ANZ
Only open and honest communication will work when it comes to succession in family business, PwC exec says.
29 Aug 2017
VIDEO: for agri innovation, look to farmers
Carina Parisella & Greg Szopa | bluenotes contributors
Entrepreneur and fourth-generation farmer says growers are best-placed to offer innovative insights to the sector.
29 Aug 2017
VIDEO: squads, tribes & new ways to work
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ’s Kath Bray explains on video how ANZ’s new agile method of working will actually work.
22 Aug 2017
Data and the key to success
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
How businesses actually use their data – rather than accrue it – will determine their success in the modern marketplace.
21 Aug 2017
Here’s cheers for NZ craft beer
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
More than just great beer; business smarts are key to capturing consumers in New Zealand’s craft-beer market.
15 Aug 2017
Strong progress for ANZ in Q3: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO pleased with cost performance; operational changes; growth in loan book; lower RWAs.
14 Aug 2017
Biz must adapt to tech as a service: Florian
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ tech GE says on video businesses must align with modern customer expectations.
10 Aug 2017
Wages, tech and the other half of the chessboard
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
We need to face the possibility tech has changed the fundamentals of growth.
09 Aug 2017
PODCAST: RBA’s Bullock on cash, payments & policy
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
RBA assistant governor chats to bluenotes about the bank’s latest survey and its implication for the payments sector.
08 Aug 2017
VIDEO: the agtech revolution starts with people
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Agriculture faces a generational opportunity as the next wave of farmers come from a deeper technological background.
01 Aug 2017
ANZ focus is where we can win: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
CEO says bank’s strategy is about intense focus and delivery in segments it can win.
24 Jul 2017
Aus agriculture’s multi-sided China opportunity
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Australian produce is embedded in the premium end of China’s retail market – but there are opportunities all along the supply chain.
24 Jul 2017
The accumulative benefits of agtech
Reina Webster-Iti | bluenotes contributor
Modern technology saves time and energy on the farm – and leads to better outcomes.
11 Jul 2017
The tech tidal wave building for NZ agri
Briar McCormack | New Zealand editor
Producers should expect more tech-driven change around traceability, food quality, animal welfare and environmental issues.
11 Jul 2017
How to be an agile leader
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Ex-MYOB exec says agile leading involves giving up on old ideas of control.
11 Jul 2017
PODCAST: is India the next big thing?
Leon Gettler | Veteran and highly regarded management journalist
On the cusp of regulatory change India – the world’s largest democracy – offers immense investment opportunity.
03 Jul 2017
Sprouting through gaps in the market
Reina Webster-Iti | bluenotes contributor
For Kathryn Fleming, the success of her start-up stems from perseverance.
26 Jun 2017
Five reasons a demographic time bomb is not looming
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
You can’t predict the future reading demographics alone, in a new report ANZ Research look into whether the ageing global population is sign of an alarming old age dependency ratio.
20 Jun 2017
Podcast: Drones for good
David Lewis | Australian business professional and founder of The Mentor List
Catherine Ball argues drone technology is underutilised In the Mentor List’s latest podcast.
20 Jun 2017
Work needed to fulfil agtech promise in Aus
Simone Stella | bluenotes contributor
Infrastructure needed to support AgTech has the potential to provide huge cost and efficiency savings.
19 Jun 2017
Agile is more than theatre: Carnegie
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Working agile requires business leaders to be much clearer about objectives, ANZ digital exec says.
22 May 2017
PODCAST: Disrupt yourself first
David Lewis | Australian business professional and founder of The Mentor List
It’s not just companies that disrupt, personal disruption can be just as powerful, author and influential management thinker Whitney Johnson explains.
22 May 2017
VIDEO: The fintech battle is over
Jeff Kerr-Bell | bluenotes contributing editor
The landscape for financial services has changed but not everything is black and white.
16 May 2017
VIDEO: women don’t need fixing
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
Launching her new book with bluenotes, Catherine Fox explains why women don’t need to be fixed – but the system does.
11 May 2017
Budget2017: certainty for SMEs
Gabrielle Mitchell | bluenotes contributor
Kate Gibson speaks on video about the impact of the federal budget on small businesses.
10 May 2017
VIDEO: the key to Budget2017
Richard Yetsenga | Chief Economist, ANZ
The Australian Government has attempted an ambitious budget tonight and should be welcomed.
10 May 2017
ESG transparency crucial for biz: Elliott
Andrew Cornell | Managing Editor, bluenotes
ANZ has a responsibility to be transparent about its impacts, CEO says.
09 May 2017
PODCAST: The future of work is anti-disciplinarian
David Lewis | Australian business professional and founder of The Mentor List
Work Club founder and CEO Soren Trampedach discusses the future of work – and it is essentially evolve or die.
05 May 2017
Pitch Perfect: be your own point of difference
Carina Parisella | Workforce Tribe Lead, ANZ
Only 3 per cent of tech firms globally are founded by females. Which doesn’t just sound wrong but in fact delivers poorer economic outcomes.