The three alerts I have for markets in the new year
Despite a decent year, we are nowhere near being out of the woods. High-risk strategies from parliament and the RBA could derail the nation.
Robert Gottliebsen
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How to make our tax collection system fair
It may not create a national swing, but the promise of a fair tax collection system may decide the outcome of election seats where there are large clusters of family business.
The message from the Boyle fiasco is clear: don’t tell the truth
As federal politicians review their performance in 2024, arguably every single one of them should consider hanging their head in shame.
The great double-cross sets Victoria back, without a plan
In a policy proposal reversal that has few precedents in Australia, the Victorian government has the potential to cause chaos in the state and beyond.
Economy on edge amid serious economic woes in Victoria
I’m going to explore possible recovery avenues for the committee tasked to fix Victoria. It’s not a hopeless task, as Premier Jacinta Allen has already flagged massive deregulation as a first step.
Fallout for baby boomers caught in rushed aged care changes
The oldest baby boomers are about to turn 80 so a huge looming issue is the choice of aged care providers, but rushed new laws mean they may suddenly find the cost of home care skyrockets.
My take on how farming can profitably cut emissions
I want to advance a new and profitable way of cutting emissions. And I am aided by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in the US and the past work of the CSIRO when it concentrated on science rather than politics.
Dangerous time for PM to be out of touch on the international field
The Albanese government is totally out of touch with what’s happening in the Middle East and got caught up in the need to preserve local seats where Islamic groups have a greater voter force.
How retail surge, ‘Wong factor’ complicate RBA rate decision
The recent boom in retail sales will complicate the RBA’s rate decision on Tuesday and longer-term, Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s reckless UN stance could also have an impact.
Why Beetaloo gas should be part of a low emissions energy policy
Sydney’s near blackout and the likelihood of similar threats to Melbourne tells us the $660bn energy plan being embraced by Chris Bowen and the states is not going to work.
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