Opinion Pieces
Time to level the tax field
27 April 2010
Published in the Australian Financial Review.
The Henry review is the best chance in decades to reform the tax treatment of households' two most important assets - superannuation and housing. Their... [ Read more ]
Income control a measure too far
9 March 2010
THE federal government is set to take unprecedented control over the finances of low-income Australians in a scheme at present being considered by parliament. Most... [ Read more ]
Minimising tax a rich man’s game
16 November 2009
Published in The Sydney Morning Herald
To put taxation on a fair foundation, the Henry review needs to ''level up'' the lowest tax rates faced by the well-off. Treasurer Wayne Swan will receive a... [ Read more ]
Rollout of Smart Meters sparks calls for consumer protections
9 November 2009
New, ‘smart' electricity meters are being rolled out across the nation, changing the way energy consumption is measured and charged. What will be the impact on low... [ Read more ]
Jobs growth a feature of new green economy
27 October 2009
Published in The Newcastle Herald
We face major climate change risks unless we move to a low-carbon economy. We can do something about the problem, locally and globally. The benefits of doing... [ Read more ]
Let’s not forget those still living in poverty as the economy picks up
15 October 2009
As we breathe a sigh of relief at signs that the Australian economy appears to have dodged a bullet, we cannot forget the 2.2 million Australians who are still in the... [ Read more ]
Towards a National Human Rights Act ?
12 October 2009
Poverty, deprivation and homelessness are not only equity or social justice issues. They are human rights issues. A national consultation committee is looking at the... [ Read more ]
Sustaining and developing non-profit social services
12 October 2009
The economic downturn has seen escalating numbers of people turn to emergency relief services for assistance. With shrinking margins between the costs of delivering... [ Read more ]
