Monetary policy not affecting housing supply, says RBA Economy & Industry RBA assistant governor Sarah Hunter said demand and building costs ultimately dictate the supply of new housing.
Premium Insights and analysis Victorian Treasurer asks his department to get creative for serious long-term savings May 13, 2024 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Tim Pallas said that as an avowed policy wonk, he is obsessed with Early Intervention Investment Framework and the benefits it offers.
Chris Barrett flags opportunities for energy and housing in 2024 Victorian budget May 9, 2024 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Chris Barrett shares his reflections about the first state budget to be delivered on his watch as head of the Department of Treasury and Finance.
Victorian treasurer ropeable over raw GST deal May 8, 2024 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Tim Pallas says his state has been ripped off by the Commonwealth, evidenced by the federal government’s track record of spending over the past 70 years.
Premium Insights and analysis Virtual care becoming a fixture of NSW Health May 8, 2024 By Dan Holmes Editors' Picks Emerging technologies are making virtual care — aka telehealth — a more viable supplement and alternative to face-to-face appointments.
‘Time to recalibrate’: Pallas shrinks government, slows some program implementation as Victoria steps into post pandemic era May 7, 2024 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Key Victorian budget investments in health, education, transport and housing are guiding the state’s rise to the challenge in the aftermath of the COVID-19.
Mandarins briefed on inquiry into Australia’s COVID-19 response April 30, 2024 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Robyn Kruk briefed the secretaries board on the emerging themes of Australia’s pandemic-response review and progress of stakeholder engagement.
Aussie WHO negotiators urged to learn from the mistakes of the COVID-19 pandemic April 30, 2024 By Melissa Coade Federal Advocates have appealed to Australian officials to support stronger commitments for equitable vaccine access during future pandemics.
Rents continue to increase faster than mortgages in latest inflation data April 29, 2024 By Dan Holmes Economy & Industry Quarterly inflation statistics show the consumer price index (CPI) rose by 1% this quarter and 3.6% over the past year.
Australia’s equitable health funding to assist region meet climate change challenge April 8, 2024 By Melissa Coade Federal Australia will contribute $45.5 million to improve Pacific and Southeast Asia health systems and resilience in the face of climate change.
Premium Columnists The limits and prospects of vaccination mandates in Australia March 24, 2024 By Binoy Kampmark Editors' Picks The crux of a vaccination mandate is the risk of preventing infection and transmission and the individual’s right to informed consent.
Survey shows gender equality suffering from compounding issues, citizens’ fatigue March 12, 2024 By Melissa Coade Federal An online survey of more than 5,000 people warns global events are overshadowing investment in women and gender equality.
‘Unsophisticated’ supply chains derailing Australian trade, says former Auspost boss March 6, 2024 By Dan Holmes Economy & Industry Christine Holgate and Peter Fox said Australia was overdue for a transport infrastructure upgrade.
Largest ever COVID-19 study shows vaccines overwhelmingly safe February 27, 2024 By Dan Holmes The study involved more than 99 million people across Australia, Argentina, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, New Zealand and Scotland.
Future Centre for Disease Control may tackle recommendation on long COVID-19 data collection February 16, 2024 By Melissa Coade Federal The federal government says data-related activities related to long COVID will fall within the scope of the new Australian CDC.
