The year 2017 has begun in an environment of perplexed global sentiment. From Brexit to the election of President Trump, the last 9 months have been far from a smooth ride on the world stage, showing a trend towards growing isolationism and increasing uncertainty. For most advanced economies, this uncertainty has bred an increase in nationalism and a move away from globalisation. In Australia, our response – in part fuelled by our strong work ethic and historic undercurrent –