The wealth of Australia’s 50 richest individuals surged by nearly 10% to $243 billion over the past year, as reported by Forbes on Thursday. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart topped the list once again, despite her wealth declining by 4% to $29 billion. Meanwhile, technology executives benefited from the sector’s burgeoning growth, despite a turbulent year for mining due to fluctuating commodity prices and rising costs.
About the Author
