In many countries, creating jobs, raising living standards and securing long-term prosperity is an uphill challenge.

In Australia, it’s a choice.

We need to focus on making our country ready for the future.

The Business Council of Australia has been developing a long-term economic vision and action plan for Australia. Read the plan and give your feedback.

BCA President Tony Shepherd delivered an address to the National Press Club today in which he previewed the BCA’s economic plan for Australia.

An advertisement highlighting the key elements of the plan appeared in newspapers across Australia today, with the theme ‘When Business Works, Australia Works’.

Tony Shepherd’s National Press Club speech, and a copy of the advertisement, can be downloaded below.

Speech by BCA President Tony Shepherd to the National Press Club