AUTO RACING: Berry brings home title Jul 13, 2008
David Murray Jr, Oberlin, Kan. Heat 4: 1. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Future Fund will be activist shareholder Oct 22, 2007
Future Fund Chairman David Murray said the fund had not yet decided how it would vote at the Telstra meeting, but also said that in general the fund wanted to exploit its rights as a shareholder. "We're working on one core principle: the voting rights that attach to shares are a critical element of the economic value of those shares," Murray said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Old road, new name Oct 6, 2007
David Murray, 31, submitted a letter to the Cumberland Town Council in February requesting the town change the name of his residential street, Sneech Pond Road, after discovering three additional roadways of the same name in town. "We became residents of Cumberland in March 2006 and since that time, we have grown increasingly concerned and frustrated by the existence of four Sneech Pond Roads in the town," wrote Murray in the letter. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Outlaws sprinting to Clay County Sep 6, 2007
Seven previous Modifieds champs are back for more, including Wayne Graybeal, Benji LaCrosse, Rich Lewerek, John Logue, David Murray Jr., Ron Pope and Darren Williams. With the regular season wrapping up at Park Jefferson, Denny Moore, the track promoter, has scheduled a grand finale Sept. 13-14-15, the 21st South Dakota Nationals. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Words from sponsor helps Murray earn extra money Sep 1, 2007
his is a big event, said his dad David Murray. lot of the national events only pay 500, so 450 to win is a lot in a kart race. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
What Are Your Neighbors Smoking? Aug 22, 2007
David Murray, chief scientist for U.S. , said the idea interests his agency. Murray said the U.S. is testing federal wastewater samples just to see if that's a good method for monitoring drug use. (Fox News)
Teaspoonof urinedrug tests entire city Aug 22, 2007
David Murray, chief scientist for U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy, said the idea interests his agency. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Health)
So will one get wet, Queen asks Heather the Weather, OBE Jul 5, 2007
RANGERS chairman David Murray, BBC weather presenter Heather Reid and author Alexander McCall Smith were among those honoured by the Queen yesterday. The 55-year-old Rangers entrepreneur received a knighthood, for his services to business, at a ceremony in Edinburgh. (Scotsman)
Reign won't be 'steady as she goes' Jun 14, 2007
That was the approach taken by Commonwealth Bank when it appointed Ralph Norris to succeed David Murray. Norris, before a remarkable rescue of Air New Zealand, had built the Commonwealth's ASB Bank in NZ into the fastest-growing bank in that country using approaches that were built into Murray's "Which New Bank" strategy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Future Fund on schedule - Murray Jun 13, 2007
FUTURE FUND chairman David Murray said yesterday he and his guardians were on track to meet operational goals set last year. Mr Murray said most of the key appointments to the $52 billion fund had been made and the structure of its portfolio was being examined by its board of directors. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Kiwi steps into Commonwealth gig May 28, 2007
It also gives Mr Norris the opportunity to groom another potential internal successor, having instituted a major shake-up of the bank's executive ranks since replacing his long-serving predecessor, David Murray. Mr McEwan, 49, who was executive general manager responsible for the branch network under Mr Cameron, will report directly to Mr Norris and become a member of the nine-strong executive committee that runs the bank's day-to-day operations. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Bulge bracket firms dominate in Asia May 22, 2007
David Murray, head of Asia company research for Deutsche Bank, said that the bank is better organised than in 2005, which brought it seven gongs last year. Mr Murray said that it had better linked its country and industry teams, while analysts also benefit from Deutsche Banks global research database. (FT.com -- Markets)
Chairman pays price for pushing bid May 18, 2007
A rumour swept the market yesterday that former Commonwealth Bank chief executive and current Future Fund chairman, David Murray, might be a contender but this appears not to have been at the instigation of the major Qantas shareholders. For her part, Jackson has maintained that she had done nothing wrong, other than perhaps some unwise choice of wording. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Future Fund gears up for starting date May 17, 2007
David Murray says the Fund has a broad mandate, which will let it invest in all types of assets, including private equity deals ... ASHLEY HALL: The former Chief Executive of the Commonwealth Bank, David Murray seems to be enjoying his job as the chairman of the Future Fund ... DAVID MURRAY: In fact I had to go down to the bank and produce my passport and drivers license to comply with the 100-point check and then sign a specimen signature form so that I could access the $18 billion. (ABC Online)
Future Fund may invest in private equity May 16, 2007
Future Fund chairman David Murray said riskier investments, like private equity projects, would be considered. "We are hunting for risk, we are not there to avoid risk," Mr Murray said during a speech at an Australian Institute of Company Directors luncheon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Should Australia set greenhouse targets? Mar 29, 2007
Posted by: David Murray at March 29, 2007 9:44 AM. How many of you advocating for action to be taken on climate chnage are actually doing anything practicle about it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Auditors say Ilion accounts don't add up Feb 23, 2007
Trustees David Murray, John Stephens and Frank Brown, however, agreed wholeheartedly with the mayor. his is a very sobering report, Murray said. (Herkimer Eening Telegram, NY)
McGrath twists the knife Nov 24, 2006
"Right, prediction time," says David Murray. "When will this be all over?" I'm saying by tea on day four. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Building support Nov 10, 2006
Julie Knight Stuart Nunn Jr., senior vice president at Shelco Inc., goes over plans with Construction Manager David Murray at a site for future doctors offices and a gym in Kernersville that will be owned by the High Point Regional Health System. The Triad region is supposed to see continued strong construction growth next year, according to an industry survey. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Telstra balks on giving dividend forecast before share sale Sep 20, 2006
"I can't see anybody else building fiber to the node other than Telstra, but our position is firm: it won't get built unless we get a competitive return." After the sale, the rest of the government's Telstra shares will be placed in the Future Fund, an investment pool run by former Commonwealth Bank of Australia chief executive officer David Murray, to cover pension liabilities for politicians, defense workers and bureaucrats. The shares will be placed in escrow for two years, after which the... (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
Telstra Won't Give Another Dividend Forecast Before Government Share Sale Sep 20, 2006
After the sale, the rest of the government's shares will be placed in the Future Fund, an investment pool run by former Commonwealth Bank of Australia chief executive officer David Murray to cover pension liabilities for politicians, defense workers and bureaucrats. The shares will be placed in escrow for two years, after which they can be sold as Murray sees fit. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Read Entire Story... Jul 11, 2006
The driver of the pickup, David Murray, 43, of Oberlin, Kan. his wife, Nikki, and an unidentified daughter were not seriously injured, Perry said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
1952 Jaguar C-type Ecurie Ecosse May 26, 2006
One such person was Ecurie Ecosse team owner David Murray, who elected to upgrade to C-types following his successful first season of racing in 1951, and began this process with the purchase, through Ecosse driver Ian Stewart, of XKC 006. Stewart won his first outing the Jersey Road Race and recorded the fastest lap. (BusinessWeek)
Stocks to watch May 17, 2006
Also, chairman of the Future Fund Board of Guardians David Murray today said he expects that the proceeds from the sale of the federal government's stake in Telstra deal will go to the Future Fund. PSA - PETSEC ENERGY LTD - up 24 cents or 7. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Wind farm issue put to test on Nantucket Apr 19, 2006
That worries David Murray, owner of Murray's Beverage Store on Nantucket, a Main Street institution for 70 years. The Cape and islands is all tourists, so it's all about aesthetics," he said.Among a half-dozen Nantucket residents interviewed last week, concerns about the proposal were widespread. Most frequently mentioned were fears that the project might endanger migrating birds and fish and could threaten the safety of boats in the area.Jenna Russell can be reached at . ? Copyright 2006 Globe... (Yahoo News -- Alternative Energy)
Fungible Insights: Jazz on the Fringe Feb 18, 2006
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2nd UPDATE: Commonwealth Bk Australia Pft +17%,New Focus Feb 16, 2006
Norris, who took over from his predecessor David Murray in September, said CBA's three-year 'Which New Bank' restructuring program is exceeding financial targets, however he is disappointed at the level of customer service at the bank. Norris said customer service as well as business banking will be two key areas of focus when he outlines his post 'Which New Bank' strategy in March. (Yahoo! News)
Park Lane Group Jan 13, 2006
All times are London time. Purcell Room, London. (Financial Times)
