
Bold economic ideas are flowing ahead of this month’s roundtable convened by the Albanese government, aimed at boosting Australia’s productivity and economy, and repairing the budget. Among the biggest ideas to emerge is: should Australia resurrect its carbon price?
Many respected economists say the answer is a firm yes. Among them are former Treasury secretary Ken Henry, policy expert Rod Sims, and Ross Garnaut, a leading economist and former Labor climate advisor.