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What if the crowd forecast the economy for Treasury? April 8, 2016 By Nicholas Gruen & Nick Kamper Economy & Industry We shoot the breeze about who’ll win the next election or footy match. Virtually none of it helps predict the future. But we’re driven on … as if somehow it will.
Phil Bowen appointment extended for duration of the 2016 election March 18, 2016 By Harley Dennett Economy & Industry Call it unfortunate timing. The inaugural federal parliamentary budget officer, Phil Bowen’s appointment was due to expire on July 23 just months out from when Prime Minister