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We all must ensure economic recovery

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was first published in The Australian on Friday 27 August 2021.

Six big shifts to get growth out of the slow lane

This opinion article by Business Council President Tim Reed was first published in The Australian Financial Review on Wednesday 7 July 2021. The Business Council’s Living on borrowed time discussion paper is designed to begin a nationwide conversation about where...

Growth is in the air as western Sydney hub booms

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was first published in The Australian on Friday 18 June 2021.

Stronger regions mean a stronger Australia

This opinion article by Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott was first published in The Canberra Times on Wednesday 26 May 2021.  As we continue recovering from the pandemic, now is the time to look to regional Australia and the...

Let’s shoot for champagne, not a beer budget

This article first appeared in The Australian on Saturday 8 May 2021 by Business Council of Australia chief executive Jennifer Westacott.

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Business Council of Australia calls for significant overhaul of housing approval process to drastically boost supply

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The Business Council is calling for a major overhaul of Australia’s housing approval processes, putting forward new measures for local and state governments to speed up home approvals and boost...

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Changes to merger reform proposals a step in the right direction –proof in the pudding will be in the implementation

10 October 2024

Mergers play a critical role in Australia’s economy, enabling businesses to achieve economies of scale that improve innovation and productivity – driving economic growth that benefits consumers and businesses. Business...

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Submission to the Nature Repair Market Discussion Paper

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The Business Council of Australia welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water’s Nature Repair Market Discussion Paper. The BCA supports the Nature...

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