Andrew Forrest

“Disparity is Australia's worst social problem. Thousands of lives are slowly being crushed, while billions are wasted on thousands of little initiatives trying to 'close the gap.'”

“There are people all over Australia who use their homes as hubs that they travel from, and they encourage their indigenous people to continue to stay there.”

“I don't necessarily go to church every week, but I am a Christian, and I believe in God and Jesus Christ.”

“All industry, not just the mining industry, can get out and give Aboriginal companies a chance.”

“We do need an attitude of leadership in our government which demonstrates faith in major population centres outside of Perth.”

“The teachings of the New Testament are the most valuable guide to the best way to a civil and sustainable society the world has seen.”

“Wealthy people in Australia tend to give, and give very quietly.”

“The most generous part of your philanthropy could be the time you put in to procure the same results and same outcomes and same returns you demand in business.”

“If you haven't had a few dents in your resume, you haven't tried.”

“Australia has always encouraged the little bloke to have a go, the Aussie battler to get up.”

“I would say to young entrepreneurs and budding philanthropists - are you giving to feel good or do good?”

“I'm never looking at life in terms of legacy.”