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Last night, Hughes had the pawsome privilege of supporting the Guide Dogs Australia SA/NT graduation.

We celebrated new graduates, retiring Guide Dogs and some very special puppy recruits, who are just 10 to 12 weeks old and already beginning their training journey.

They may be small (and cute), but these pups will go on to play a huge role in supporting people living with low vision, blindness and other specialised needs.

Introducing the newest graduates:
🔹Lars and Lumi – placed with clients
🔹Marley - placed with headspace Mount Barker
🔹Bonnie - working in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
🔹Scout – set to become a new Facility Dog in a school
🔹Merlin and Ta**us - Guide Dogs SA/NT’s newest Ambassadogs, representing the organisation in the community and raising awareness

The evening also included a heartfelt tribute to beloved Guide Dogs who have passed away and those recently retired, reminding us of the journey, dedication and impact of these incredible companions.

In difficult times, there can be a temptation to close the curtain, hide behind closed doors, and hope the problem will go away – or at least, that people will stop talking about it.

But this couldn’t be further from the truth, and your silence can speak louder than words. It can create distrust among your community, negative speculation, and heightened scrutiny from the media.

Hughes has been helping organisations with their issues and crisis management for decades. We know that timing is everything, and preparation is key.

If you want to feel prepared in the event of an issue or crisis, we not only offer 24/7 support to clients, but also tailored crisis management and issues management training.

Learn more about our comprehensive crisis management offering: https://bit.ly/3NpvAJv

What is thought leadership, and why is it important?

Hughes consultant Bec says it’s much more than just 'having an opinion'. It means providing credible, useful, and authentic information, and becoming a ‘source of truth’ in your industry.

In a world with so much competition for attention, thought leadership has never been a more valuable tool for establishing a recognisable voice, strengthening reputation, and building credibility.

Find out more on how you can utilise thought leadership to establish your brand narrative and emerge as a leading voice in 2026: https://bit.ly/4lsLZt5.

It has been a big week for Hughes and Flinders Port Holdings, with quite a bit of media coverage about its recent announcement in the citrus export space.

FPH has been working with Lineage to provide a DAFF plant-registered establishment to cold treat citrus and table grapes prior to export.

For citrus producers in the Riverland and SA table grape growers this means a faster, more convenient and cost-effective option for produce to reach international markets.

With 90% of SA’s citrus and table grape crops exported via sea freight, this is a win for the state’s economic development and creates supply chain solutions for exporters.

Read the announcement on our website: https://bit.ly/4s4gCaL