2020 economy: no lift in wage growth, no lift in economic growth and no progress on unemployment in year of low expectations Wednesday January 29, 2020 By Peter Martin Economy & Industry 2020 is shaping up as a dismal year for the economy, with no progress on many of the key measures that matter for Australians. Unemployment… Read more
After 44 years of deficits, we’ve a current account surplus. What went so right? Wednesday September 4, 2019 By Peter Martin Economy & Industry Australia has become a net foreign investor rather than a net recipient of foreign investment, almost certainly for the first time ever. We receive more… Read more
Queensland Corrective Services must be 'forward-thinking', says commissioner Tuesday August 13, 2019 By Shannon Jenkins News A 10-year strategic plan positioning Queensland Corrective Services has been launched by Commissioner Peter Martin. Consultation with QCS staff and global best practice in corrections… Read more
Collaborative effort to overhaul corrective facilities met with open arms Thursday July 11, 2019 By Shannon Jenkins News CCC Chairperson Alan MacSporran QC makes recommendations that will overhaul Queensland's existing anti-corruption framework to deliver better internal and external oversight of prisons. Read more
The government's biggest challenge? Avoiding a recession Tuesday May 21, 2019 By Peter Martin Economy & Industry For six months, the Australian economy has been growing at an annualised pace of just 1% – way, way short of its potential. Scott Morrison… Read more
