“The Prime Minister Tony Abbott has sent a very clear message on his first overseas trip, to Indonesia, that Australia is open for business and wanting to engage more effectively within our region,” Business Council of Australia Chief Executive Jennifer...
Business Council of Australia Response to the 2013 Federal Election “Australians have given the Coalition Government a clear mandate to support growth and jobs and provide for our future,” Business Council of Australia President Tony Shepherd said. “The result demonstrates...
“Australia’s investment project pipeline has started to decline and needs urgent action from governments and industry to address high costs and other barriers to successful delivery or we risk a slower-growth future,” Business Council of Australia President Tony Shepherd said....
“The Coalition’s pledge to cut the company tax rate to 28.5 per cent is an important signal that will boost business confidence, investment and jobs at a challenging time for Australia’s economy,” Business Council of Australia President Tony Shepherd said...
“Today’s economic statement claims the government is on track to achieve a modest surplus within the forward estimates,” Business Council of Australia Chief Executive Jennifer Westacott said. “Let’s be clear, the government’s fiscal strategy is not on track,” Ms Westacott...
“Australia is at a crossroads. We need a comprehensive road map for the actions and changes required to seize our opportunities and avoid our nation slipping back,” Business Council of Australia President Tony Shepherd said. Mr Shepherd will today release...
“The government may have promised to lower the carbon price to the international level in July 2014, but more work needs to be done to address the high cost Australia is paying now to reduce its emissions,” Business Council of...
“The Prime Minister’s focus on improving Australia’s competitiveness and lifting productivity, including a 2 per cent annual productivity target, is a welcome response to issues the Business Council has been raising for some time. The test as always will be...
“The Coalition’s announcement today of its policy to boost productivity and reduce regulation is an unambiguously positive development for lowering the high cost of doing business in Australia,” Business Council of Australia Chief Executive Jennifer Westacott said. “The Business Council...