Purple Conversations: Peter Klinger
In between drafting ASX announcements and strategic communication plans for clients, Cannings Purple’s Director of Investor Relations, Peter Klinger, takes a break to tell us who he is when he’s not working. In our ‘Purple Conversations’ series, you’ll find out about the Cannings Purple team – what led them to their careers; what they do in their spare time and even what their favourite apps are. Meet Peter Klinger Peter is a highly-skilled communicator and communications strategist with a proven track record of devising communication strategies and writing high-quality reports, thought leadership pieces and mission/values statements for a range of clients. Peter boasts more
Building for tomorrow, engaging today – community relations for fast-tracked infrastructure
For the McGowan State Government, WA’s economic recovery from COVID-19 is all about infrastructure. Accelerated programs to build roads, rail and bridges are expected to bring about jobs and assets for the future. But what will these expedited projects mean for the communities where they will be built? Our stakeholder engagement experts explain why avoiding tick-box engagement, and developing a strong consultation program, is more important than ever when timeframes for delivery are crunched. How many projects have been fast tracked? More than 80 major rail, road, coastal and cycling projects over the next two years. A streamlined process for contract awards
2021 Conversations That Matter
As we embark on 2021, the world finds itself at a major turning point – politically, economically, technologically and socially. What’s next? It’s never easy to predict, and especially so this year! For businesses and communication experts, the best way forward is to reflect and learn from the year that was – the lockdown; the economic and social impacts; the devastating bushfires; the disruption of everyday life. The events of 2020 transformed how we communicate. We asked some of Perth’s best communication experts to look back on 2020 and give us their predictions for 2021. A purpose-driven focus With lots of social justice issues
Preparing for a Christmas like no other: Getting your brand’s messaging right
After what has been a very challenging year, a Christmas break couldn’t come soon enough. However, just because the holidays are near, it doesn’t mean you should be winding down your PR and communication activities. We asked some of Perth’s best communication experts what brands should keep in mind when communicating during this Christmas period. Being mindful for a Christmas like no other Christmas is a time to celebrate, uplift and inspire, but it will mean different things to different people this year. Ensuring your brand or business considers its audiences and messaging will, therefore, be vital. Cannings Purple’s Head of Digital, Glenn Langridge
Writing For The Web
Engaging – it’s the word most often used to describe great content on the internet. Readers who are engaged keep their eyes on website pages for longer, and engaged customers feel compelled to act and purchase products. Length of time on site and customer conversion are two of the most common goals for content strategies. Video and podcasts have become popular ways of creating content, but the written word remains an important pillar of content strategies. Writing for the web, or indeed any public medium, can feel intimidating for those unfamiliar with it – but the best strategy is to prepare and keep
WA’s renewable hydrogen future more than hot air
Western Australia (WA) is set to play a leading role in the development of renewable hydrogen infrastructure, facilitated by amenable State Government policy settings and the establishment of bodies like the Western Australian Renewable Hydrogen Council to facilitate industry engagement.
Federal Budget 2020-21: analysis and insights
From ‘Back in Black’ to a more than $966 billion budget blackhole in 2024, Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has handed down the most significant budget in Australian history. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has provided $257 billion in direct economic support to cushion the blow and strengthen the recovery. The 2020-21 Budget commits a further $98 billion including $25 billion in direct COVID-19 response measures and $74 billion in new measures to create jobs. The 2020-21 Budget is focussed on measures to stimulate a private sector-led recovery that drives economic growth and employment, as well as trying to
Safety play: Why mines must stay across emerging technology
Technology is playing an increasing role in risk management and minesite safety, and the onus is on business leaders to keep up.
Peter Klinger takes Investor Relations reins
We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Klinger to the position of Director, Investor Relations.
Is voluntary administration the end for Virgin or a way to a new beginning?
Our second airline is going into administration but that doesn't necessarily mean it will be grounded into the future.
The 268 Podcast: why do I really need a website?
It’s generally agreed that you’re dead in the water unless you can offer customers, clients and other stakeholders a website that is easy to find and use. But the journey can be more complicated than you think.
Pitch perfect – getting your story heard
Your story might be the most exciting thing that's ever happened to your company - but unless you know how you are going to pitch it, it's unlikely to travel far.
Why it’s critical to have a contact(able) person on your announcements
Sometimes the most important touch in our digital world is a human one.
Our experts predict the biggest trends of 2020
Cannings Purple experts take a look into the crystal ball and forecast the trends they expect to see emerging in months to come.
Agribusiness specialist David Lock joins Cannings Purple
David Lock brings decades of experience to his new role as special counsel.
Don’t be a Luddite and rage against the machine
It takes skilled people to get the best out of technological capability - and that's a story we need to get much better at telling.
The one characteristic that will define the future worker
It's one of the most vexing questions facing businesses today. But the answer may be less around physical skills than a particular mindset.
Australia must play to its natural strengths and innovate to compete
The global battle for mining and resources supremacy is fierce, the Resources Technology Showcase in Perth has been told.
Incoming BHP boss likens WA to Silicon Valley
Mike Henry says the State has to continue to be a hub of innovation and collaboration.
‘Come to WA’, McGowan tells big miners, tech companies
WA Premier Mark McGowan has addressed the Resources Technology Showcase in Perth, telling the crowd the State was the "best mining jurisdiction in the world."
Brisbane: a year of growth with much more to come
Time flies when you're having fun (and keeping busy).
Topical talks at the Perth Resources Technology Showcase
From BHP's new boss to robots galore, Peter Klinger takes a look at the Resources Technology Showcase ahead of its start in Perth.
WA to become rare earths world leader with Federal pledge
As demand continues to grow for critical minerals, WA is in the box seat to take advantage of some unique opportunities.
Activism, agility and authenticity key themes at IMARC
It was an eye-opening few days in Melbourne, with more than 7000 delegates from around the world, high-profile protests and international presenters.
Beware the angry shareholder or face Another Grumpy Meeting
Keeping shareholder happy is an increasingly challenging task for companies. But it can be made much easier.
Pods, parking and moving on from the Milk Arrowroots – your AGM reimagined
If you're treating your annual general meeting as nothing more than a box-ticking exercise, it might be time you did something else - and thought outside the box.
‘Nowhere in the world is as important as WA in this space’
If anybody needed an additional reminder of WA’s place in the new energy and battery materials pecking order, then it came this week.
Cannings Purple wins major Asia Pacific award
Cannings Purple has been named the Corporate/Financial Consultancy of the Year at the Asia Pacific SABRE Awards in Singapore.
Tackling the cultural divide is a key to Asian economic success
A largely intangible part of the WA Government's new Asian Engagement Strategy may prove to be the key to its success.
Why a piece of my heart belongs to Africa
Peta Baldwin was a 'green and naive' Aussie when she headed to South Africa in 2000, expecting to stay a couple of years at most. Nine years later, she and her husband had to be dragged out of the country 'kicking and screaming.'