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Housing Australia’s Talent

New research from the Business Council reveals two thirds of Australians believe that properly planned and well managed migration is good for Australia, Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said. “A significant majority of Australians also have experienced the real...

Now is the time to put the foot on the pedal for growth

“This is a solid budget which balances the need for cost of living relief with modest fiscal consolidation and some important initiatives to grow the economy,’’ Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said. “We welcome the expected return to surplus...

Business backs a transition authority

The establishment of a Net Zero Authority is a crucial step towards a managed transition that brings communities on this journey, Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said. “Decarbonisation is monumental economic change, so we need to coordinate and plan...

Workplace consultations raise concerns

The latest consultation paper on workplace relations changes contains proposals that could make our complex system even worse, Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said. "If enacted, these proposals will make it harder for businesses to get on with innovating,...

Migration reset a game changer

A shift to a simpler and more streamlined migration system with better pathways to permanency is a crucial step to securing Australia’s future prosperity, Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said. “We welcome the government’s agreement today that a working...

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