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The costs of Australia's endless pursuit of growth

Our pursuit of 'population, participation and productivity' has created a strong economy. But it doesn't necessarily create a strong society.

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The media is in hysterics again over house prices

Nine's papers are full of panicked headlines about rising house prices. But is this customary, seasonal spike really worth all the fuss?

Why this week's Crown Resorts AGM is a big deal

Crown is a company that famously shuns the spotlight. But following big splashes in the Nine papers, regular hits by whistleblowers and staff revolt, Thursday's meeting of shareholders is shaping up to be quite the show.

The big Seven West clearance sale

SALE SALE SALE. Seven West Media has announced it will merge with regional affiliate Prime, and sell off WA radio assets to Southern Cross Austereo.

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No-Tax Tim will make a perfect head of peak rentseeker group

The new chairman of the Business Council is an ideal fit for the peak lobby group for large companies — the company he ran routinely paid no tax at all.

The thoughts of Chairman Pete

Peter Costello blames central banks for creating populism. Alas, the blame lies a little closer to home.

It's time we stopped subsidising the dangerous meat and dairy industries

The ethical and environmental case for avoiding meat and dairy is overwhelming. We should be moving to close down those industries, not propping them up with taxpayer handouts.

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The glaring flaws of gig economy ratings

In a manipulated market of 'good behaviour', what does a five-star rating really mean?

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Morrison's economic mire snares retailers and media alike

The stagnation inflicted by Scott Morrison on the economy has gripped retail and is now engulfing the media sector.

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You're already paying a congestion tax — a bad one

You may not like the idea of a congestion price for motorists, but you're already paying one in the form of time spent stuck in traffic.