All over the world, social innovation is tackling some of the most pressing problems facing society today - from fair trade, distance learning, hospices, urban farming and waste reduction to restorative justice and zero-carbon housing. But most of these are growing despite, not because of, help from governments.

Systems governed by only one set of rules are more vulnerable than those with variety.

Lots of creativity is and should be solitary.

All real capitalisms are impure hybrids, mongrels mixed with other strains.

Adelaide is becoming a hub for higher education.

All innovation is about letting go, saying goodbye to things to create space for the new.

Before the Second World War, L'Oreal in France was an active supporter of the French fascists. The cosmetic group's founder Eugene Schueller was an active member of the 'Cagoule' group, committed to the violent overthrow of the Third Republic, and hosted meetings at Oreal headquarters.