Also from Australia, The Age published a detailed investigation into the disintegration of what was once the country’s largest music school. The Stormer brothers, who reportedly drew inspiration from Silicon Valley’s “move fast and break things” ethos, built an education empire that at its peak included lavish celebrations aboard yachts. Now, they stand accused of systematically fleecing staff, students, and parents. The story serves as a cautionary tale about what happens when startup culture meets education — an industry built on trust.
The Collapse of Australia’s Largest Music School
