COVID-19: dodge the Zoom Bombers and get your webinars right
By choosing the right web conferencing tool for your needs and following some simple security steps, you can unlock a whole new world of face-to-face communications for your employees, clients, customers and other stakeholders.
COVID-19: how data is helping us understand the pandemic
The science of data visualisation is helping us tell important stories better than ever before.
A checklist for leaders to communicate through COVID-19
Leaders must act swiftly, decisively and compassionately if businesses are to keep continuity through and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19: breaking down the latest economic stimulus package
Nearly $190 billion - or close to 10 per cent of Australia's GDP - has now been pledged to the country's economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 means we must communicate better than ever
There are crucial differences between communicating in an ‘ordinary’ crisis and communicating in a pandemic.
The Bench: Liza Harvey
It’s going to be a big next 12 months for Liza Harvey MLA, as the Opposition Leader and the WA Liberals gear up for a State Election to be held in mid-March 2021.
Jenn Morris joins Cannings Purple
We’re excited to announce the addition of accomplished business leader Jenn Morris OAM to the Cannings Purple team.
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.
Navigating Facebook’s new world of privacy
Users are now being given the opportunity to make more transparent choices about their data - it's up to them whether they take it.
The 268 Podcast: is Facebook really listening in on me?
It's a disconcerting feeling - receiving targeted Facebook advertising that aligns frighteningly closely with a topic you've just been talking about.
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.
Full dance card for Treasurer trying to stimulate WA economy
Jobs, jobs and diversification of WA's economy and revenue bases - those are the biggest items on Ben Wyatt's plate right now.
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.
Don’t shoot the messenger: our world relies on it
The rise and rise of messenger apps seemingly knows no bounds. And it might only just be getting started.
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.
Australia’s aged care services – where to from here?
A damning indictment through the Royal Commission's interim report is likely to leave providers across the country wondering what happens next.
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.
How my internship taught me to communicate
Cannings Purple intern Brigitte Colbert explains how time spent at the consultancy taught her about the importance of genuine, two-way conversations.
How the Matagarup Bridge was built – with the community
Construction of Perth's latest piece of iconic infrastructure took place in plain sight - but what happened behind the scenes was just as important.
‘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.
When WeWork doesn’t work – what next for the property sector?
As WeWork's woes dominate the headlines, questions abound around what they mean to the co-working space and the property industry as a whole.
Cannings Purple up for global PR award
The winners of the global SABRE Awards will be announced in Washington next month.
Six talking points from the Asia Pacific IN2 Summit in Singapore
From fake news to corporate activism, the rise of podcasts and the decline of advertising - global PR experts gathered in Singapore to discuss the industry's hottest topics.