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Don Mackay's career is a testament to exceptional leadership and strategic execution.As the current Chairman of Seymour Whyte Group, Don brings a wealth of knowledge and insight from his previous roles, including Managing Director of AACo and Rangers Valley, and Senior Executive at Elders. His tenure at these organizations underscores his ability to drive business development and change management. Furthermore, his role as a non-executive director at Thames Pastoral Co Pty Ltd, combined with his leadership at New Harvest Investment Management and the Red Meat Advisory Council (RMAC), highlights his diverse experience and commitment to advancing the agricultural industry.Throughout his career, Don has been celebrated for his strategic planning and business strategy skills, making significant contributions to agribusiness. His dedication to the industry was recognized with the Prime Minister's Centenary Medal for services to Agriculture, marking him as a distinguished figure in the field. Don's past chairmanship of the Red Meat Advisory Board further emphasizes his influence and the respect he commands within the industry. From his beginnings at Dubbo High School to becoming a leading voice in agriculture, Don Mackay's journey is one of resilience, innovation, and impactful leadership.In this episode we get a rare insight into Don's career history and cover the following key areas:· Maintaining market confidence in shifting economic landscape · The power of embracing the value of experience and storytelling as leaders · Focusing on the data and detail to drive value in strategic decision making· Linking consumer confidence with quality and why we should never take it for granted· Reframing our purpose and redefining our home through our connection to community· The essential need to continuously reflect on our leadership journey for true growthDon highlights the importance of strong leadership and meeting rigorous standards to succeed in global markets and ensure high-quality products. He reminds us why continuously elevating industry standards and emphasising personal mentorship play crucial roles in business success. One element that shine's through as Don's success is his emphasis on the value of community and he offers insights into how these elements contributed to both his professional and personal growth as a leader.You can connect with Donald Mackay here to learn more about his journey. About your host: Lauren Karan, Director, and Founder of Karan & Co.With over a decade of experience as a recruiter and development coach, Lauren Karan found that her priorities rapidly changed after the birth of her two children. In 2022 she founded Karan & Co flipping the out-dated recruitment model with a focus on retention through career coaching and development.Lauren believes that If opportunity doesn't knock, you have to build a door – and it's this same philosophy that inspired her to create the Building Doors podcast. The Building Doors podcast is for anyone undergoing a transformation in their life. Regardless of whether you feel stuck in your current role, need some inspiration on what steps to take next, want to learn how to level up as a business owner or simply want to listen to the experiences of successful entrepreneurs and industry professionals, the Building Doors podcast is all about unlocking your potential. Help someone else Build Doors in their career.
In 1977, Griffith-based anti-drug campaigner Don Mackay disappeared, and despite strong suspicions of mafia involvement, his body was never found. The case remains unresolved, an intriguing mystery that continues to haunt and captivate those fascinated by the dark underworld of organized crime.Will he ever be found? That's something only the fishes can answer. Join Holly & Matthew as they close out Year 6 with a close look at the case, the suspects, and the trade.Sources used: Donald Bruce (Don) Mackay (1933–1977) | C. A. Gregory | Australian Dictionary of Biography | 2000 | Volume 15 | https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/mackay-donald-bruce-don-10976Drug case: $1m reward plan | The Canberra Times | 26 Jul 1977 | Page 3 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/110856526 Drugs truth will come out: Wran | The Canberra Times | 22 Jul 1977 | Page 1 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/110855965Forty years after Donald Mackay's murder, the Calabrian mafia still thrives | Lesley Hicks | Sydney Morning Herald | 14 Jul 2017 | https://www.smh.com.au/opinion/organised-crime-thrives-40-years-after-the-donald-mackay-murder-20170709-gx7sg4.htmlHeartache has no end for family of Donald Mackay | Tony Wright | The Age | April 30, 2011 https://web.archive.org/web/20110510102950/http://www.theage.com.au/national/heartache-has-no-end-for-family-of-donald-mackay-20110429-1e0if.htmlInquest to be held on Mackay | The Canberra Times | 12 Dec 1981 | Page 3 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/126864914James 'Machine Gun' Bazley dies with his lips sealed over Donald Mackay murder | Paige Cockburn | 2 Nov 2018 | https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-11-02/donald-mackay-murder-james-bazley-dead/10458946Mackay case prompts drugs commission call | The Canberra Times| Tue 19 Jul 1977 | Page 6 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/110855547Mackay was dumped in river, police told | The Canberra Times | 16 Jun 1983 | Page 3 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/131849589New clues in Donald Mackay murder case | Mark Morris, Clementine Cuneo and Leigh Van Den Broeke | Adelaide Now | 19 Jun 2013 | https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/national/new-clues-in-donald-mackay-murder-case/news-story/ee4e160ba59520c0860276cf6bc1c8cfNotification Of The Appointment Of Trustees Under Section 26 Of The Crown Lands Consolidation Act, 1913 | Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales | 14 Apr 1972 [Issue No.40] | Page 1339 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/220140256Royal Commission into Drug Trafficking [Woodward Royal Commission] | State Records Archives Investigator | Agency Detail | https://web.archive.org/web/20120411044444/http://investigator.records.nsw.gov.au/Entity.aspx?Path=%5CAgency%5C2125RSL head warns of 'mob rule on grand scale' | The Canberra Times | 20 Jul 1977 | Page 10 | https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/11085578 Tale of the Mafia among the vineyards - in Australia | Kathy Marks | The Independent (UK) | 27 Feb 2009 | https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/australasia/tale-of-the-mafia-among-the-vineyards-in-australia-1634115.htmlTwisting trail that led to Mackay's murderer | Sydney Morning Herald | Page 7 | 17 Apr 1986 | https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=xrcyAAAAIBAJ&sjid=eOgDAAAAIBAJ&pg=4704%2C607758Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.
It's another sparkling edition of Life on Planet Porky with the Porkmeister Mike Parry and the rock-chick writer extraordinaire, Lesley-Ann Jones! Topics today include: enjoying the autumnal weather, the price of lunch in London, love for Wetherspoons, enthusiasm or otherwise for the Qatar World Cup, Rod Stewart's son and his expensive shoes, cohabiting couples deciding not to marry, why Porky never got hitched, the inimitable Don Mackay, Carly Simon's talent, interpretations of songs, Paul McCartney's sheepdog, LAJ's new book, Mull of Kintyre, NHS staff and their working patterns, Paul and Julian's airport selfie, tributes to Rab Noakes, and Porky using a hammer to try and fix his toothache. It's the podcast that is at one with nature, it's Life on Planet Porky. This podcast is brought to you in association with Harry's. Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter. Or you can email us questions or comments to: planetporkypod@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!
En este episodio conversamos sobre "First Blood" (Rambo) de Ted Kotcheff, protagonizada por Sylvester Stallone, Brian Dennehy y Richard Crenna.
It's the last Planet Porky podcast of the year and Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones are determined to end this terrible year with a bang. Topics include: Mike's Birthday celebrations, buying a new washing machine, Noel Edmonds, former Mirror editor Mike Molloy, Don Mackay, LAJ's presents to herself, Barbara Amiel's candid accounts, Susannah Constantine, the new strain of coronavirus, how to get the country back on its feet, the search for the Holy Grail, fresh footage from the new Beatles movie, famous athletes making their kids tread the same career path, women who take up boxing, Carrie Symonds' influence over the running of the country, having eight kids, China's aim to take over from the USA as the world's biggest economy, and Mike's love of Iceland...not the supermarket. From all of us at Planet Porky, have a very Happy New Year and we look forward to seeing you in 2021!! Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; the last one of the year will drop next Tuesday. Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter. Or you can email us questions or comments to: planetporkypod@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!
Don't miss another exclusive Sky Blues Extra special as we speak to former Coventry City striker Terry Gibson. We discuss playing under Bobby Gould and Don Mackay, his journey in to football as a teenager and his transfer to the Sky Blues. Plus we find out about his exit before Coventry's memorable FA Cup win and his thoughts on many of the players involved in the 87 final, including Peake, Bennett, Micky Gynn and more.
The Federal agriculture minister has moved to reassure the agriculture sector that its role is vital and Red Meat Advisory Council independent chair Don Mackay says he's confident his sector will keep running especially after the industry's second virtual round table.
Mike and Matt take a nostalgic wander down Fleet Street to discuss making newspapers and in particular some of the characters prised away from the pub for just about long enough to put them together (or indeed those who found a way to do it without having to leave the boozer)! Unsurprisingly this episode may include references to legendary news reporter Don Mackay...
Mike and Matt take a nostalgic wander down Fleet Street to discuss making newspapers and in particular some of the characters prised away from the pub for just about long enough to put them together (or indeed those who found a way to do it without having to leave the boozer)! Unsurprisingly this episode may include references to legendary news reporter Don Mackay...
Guest speaker Don MacKay shares from Psalm 23 from the vantage point of the Shepherd.
BRFCS - Blackburn Rovers Fan Community Podcast from brfcs.com
This special edition has an exclusive interview with former Rovers manager Don Mackay who chats with Ian Herbert about the Full Members' Cup final, Steve Archibald, Colin Hendry, play off heartbreak, beating Burnley and much, much more. Our thanks to Don.
BRFCS - Blackburn Rovers Fan Community Podcast from brfcs.com
This special edition has an exclusive interview with former Rovers manager Don Mackay who chats with Ian Herbert about the Full Members' Cup final, Steve Archibald, Colin Hendry, play off heartbreak, beating Burnley and much, much more. Our thanks to Don.
This week, AAMH gets right back into Aussie true crime with Mel telling Josie the story of the mysterious murder of anti-drug campaigner Don Mackay. The Mafia were involved - but who ordered the hit? And who pulled the trigger?Love All Aussie Mystery Hour? Follow us on all forms of social media!Instagram: @allaussiemysteryhourTwitter: @mystery_hourFacebook: Search for the All Aussie Mystery Hour group.Josie on Instagram: @josierozeMel on Instagram: @melissamason_
The PRS Journal Club and special guest moderator Dr. Don Mackay to discuss the following articles from the May 2017 issue: “Is Enhanced Recovery the New Standard of Care in Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction?,” by Dayan et al. "Primary septal cartilage graft for the unilateral cleft rhinoplasty” by Chen et al. "The Challenges of Augmentation Mastopexy in the Massive Weight Loss Patient: Technical Considerations” by Gusenoff et al.