Opinion articles

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A new look at the west

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was published in the Daily Telegraph on Tuesday 12 March 2019. Western Sydney is frustrated with commutes and congestion. Time for...

Launceston part of a strong Australia

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was published in the Launceston Examiner on Wednesday 13 February 2019. Snuggled in Tasmania’s breathtaking North, Launceston is one of the...

Strong business for better lives

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was published in the Hobart Mercury on Monday 11 February 2019. Business confidence is high on the island state, and it's clear...

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Temporary changes critical to save jobs

The Business Council of Australia supports the Government’s efforts to implement its JobKeeper measures, including temporary changes to the Fair Work Act that will give employers the flexibility they need...

Tim Reed interview with Patricia Karvelas, ABC RN Drive

Event: Business Council President Tim Reed interview with Patricia Karvelas, RN Drive Speaker: Patricia Karvelas and Tim Reed Topics: JobKeeper payment, COVID 19 response E&OE Patricia Karvelas, host RN Drive: Business groups,...

Jennifer Westacott interview with Kieran Gilbert, Afternoon Agenda

Event: Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott interview with Kieran Gilbert, Afternoon Agenda Speaker: Kieran Gilbert and Jennifer Westacott Date: 31 March 2020Topics: JobKeeper payment, COVID 19 response E&OE Kieran...