The Business Council of Australia is disappointed by the government’s decision to change Section 46 of the Competition and Consumer Act as proposed by the Harper review, BCA President Catherine Livingstone said today. “If Australia wants to have an innovation-driven...
The Business Council of Australia (BCA) has released a paper today that sets out a path for transforming the tax system to improve the living standards of all Australians by supporting economic transition and accelerating growth. Releasing the paper, Realising Our...
“The proposed changes to the system of voting for the Senate provide a vital opportunity to strengthen our system of governance,” Business Council of Australia President Catherine Livingstone said. “The current system lacks transparency. Australians deserve to know that their...
“The release of Infrastructure Australia’s (IA) first 15-year plan provides a clear direction for improving infrastructure provision in our growing cities and regions,” Business Council of Australia Chief Executive Jennifer Westacott said. “Australia’s infrastructure challenges are well known to all...
“Treasury tax reform analysis reported in today’s media proves that doing nothing to alleviate the burden of income taxes is not an option as it will be a serious drag on economic growth,” BCA Chief Executive Jennifer Westacott said. “The...
“The Business Council congratulates the Australian Government for signing the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the first regional trade agreement spanning the Asia Pacific, and looks forward to swift ratification of the agreement from all parties,” Business Council of Australia Chief Executive...
“The Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) is an important piece of the jigsaw in ensuring the construction industry is more productive and cooperative.”“All participants in the industry – employers, employees and unions – have a responsibility to ensure their...
Jennifer Westacott is one of Australia’s most powerful women. She grew up in public housing in NSW, and studied at the University of New South Wales and the London School of Economics. Among the many important posts she has held...
“The Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) is an important piece of the jigsaw in ensuring the construction industry is more productive and cooperative.”“All participants in the industry – employers, employees and unions – have a responsibility to ensure their...