Issue #45 of BarterNews, published in 1998, had a fascinating cover story devoted to the merging of two of Australia’s independent trade exchanges. The owners, experienced despite their youth, were eager to establish Australia’s largest independent-owned exchange, called Trade Limited. It’s a spellbinding story and a great read!

I flew down to Australia and spent a week with the companies as they held their historic joint meeting of all employees–together for a week of business and social functions. The four principals were a most interesting group: David Johnstone, age 35; John Saunig, 40; John Attridge 40; and Mark Pryke 34.

To read this engaging story about the commercial barter industry’s pioneers see:
TradeLimited

Issue #45 of BarterNews (with the Trade Limited story) is also available in digital format:
DIGITAL

BarterNews.com lists all the trade exchanges around the globe:
EXCHANGES

News on the commercial barter industry is found here on our blog, with 135 stories for you:
135

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