Economy

Modernising the Hawke-Keating Legacy: Jim Chalmers new economic approach

Recently, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has outlined his philosophy for a new economic model under the Albanese government. In a 6000-word essay entitled “Capitalism after Crises,”  Dr Chalmers urges businesses to co-invest with the government to deliver ‘value-based capitalism’. A stark contrast to the economic approach of his predecessors, the Treasurer’s visions for the future leaves …

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Increasing Rent Assistance Could Alleviate Rent Crisis

Research indicates that doubling rent assistance could alleviate the ongoing rent crisis, without increasing the cost of rent. This research has come out after advertised rent prices have skyrocketed in areas across the country, primarily outside of capital cities. Renters are set to continue to see prices rise quickly for some time. Image: Image: Shutterstock …

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