The collapse of retailer Dick Smith has been in the news since late 2015. Your assignment is to write a briefing note for Mr Scomo, Australian Treasurer, outlining: The history of the group of companies (keep this brief); The structure of the group (use a diagram if you wish); Some details about the group from the most recent consolidated financial statements – eg. The identities of the board of directors, value of assets, value of liabilities and reported profits. The events that led to the appointment of voluntary administrators and then receivers to the companies; What happened during the administration and receivership; and The implications of the collapse for at least two of the following: Directors, Employees, Customers generally, Customers holding gift cards