Opinion

Labor failing to sell its message

Federal Labor is still waiting for any budget bounce, while the party in WA has its hands full preparing to take on the Barnett government.

Means test a flawed way to ascertain need

WA’s two-speed economy means the Schoolkids Bonus won’t play out well here.

Optimistic spin on the commodities cycle

Three major businesses with significant exposure to commodities are singing from the same song sheet on demand and growth.

ACTU makes it tough for casuals

The labour movement in Australia continues to advocate policies that are, at best, paternalistic and out of touch with the modern workplace.

Not too late to be an early adopter online

Mobile devices are changing the way businesses need to think about online connections.

Defence minister fails to fire on funding

The federal budget has further eroded Labor’s commitment to the nation’s military capability.

Take ownership of your product, service

IT’S Saturday night around 6pm; early dinner for Jessica, Gabrielle, and me.

Roadmap can improve profit and cash flow

BEFORE the end of financial year is a great time to understand how well your business has performed this past year and what are your targets for next year.

Analysis: a game of double bluff, or an accident waiting to happen?

Who’s bluffing? Mining and oil companies claiming that Australia is becoming too costly and difficult for major new projects, or the Australian Government which says it’s a global problem. They both can’t be right.

Barnett’s leadership skills in focus

A poor Newspoll result has brought some lingering issues to the surface for the state government.

Digesting the national take on taxation

Getting the income tax ratio right is an ongoing challenge for government.

For now, give me stability over excitement

Europe may still be in the doldrums but growth in the US and China is good news for the world economy.

Look beyond the budget theatre

The weight attached to the annual budget, at both a national and state level, goes well beyond their real importance.

Simple solution to ending welfare cycle

More action is needed to provide meaningful work opportunities for indigenous Australians.

A liberal approach to national security

Some senior Liberals are a little too quick to fall in line behind business leaders advocating closer ties with China.

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