Matthew Knott

Foxtel's lofty goal to see pay TV in half of Australia's homes is up against high costs, a growing chorus of competitors and tough regulation. Meanwhile the take-up of traditional pay TV has already peaked, thanks to internet streaming.

A News Ltd campaign to cut power prices has a bright side, but the focus on the carbon tax is rather blinkered.

James Packer has continued his campaign to remove John Story and install Jeff Kennett on the Echo board with a $465,000 advertising campaign - this attack stands out because it's so personal.

Heather Ridout might be a lobbyist for a dying industry, but that hasn't stopped her from becoming the voice of business in Australia.

Minerals Council of Australia chief Mitch Hooke is credited with running one of the most successful lobbying campaigns in Australian political history, but he now finds himself on the outer.