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Global expat tells Australia to lift its economic game

Regulation must be slashed and company tax rates lowered for the nation to boost low productivity growth, the Australian head of a global economic body warns.

AAP · Nov 13, 2025

Feel like you can’t get a job? You’re not alone — but here’s how to work around it

You did everything they told you to do. You earned the credentials, spent hours on your resume and revised multiple cover letters. You worked side gigs, volunteered, learned new software and perfected your LinkedIn profile. Yet, you can’t get a callback for an interview.

The Conversation · Nov 11, 2025

View from The Hill: Ley’s in a no-win situation as warring Liberal tribes battle over net zero

As Liberals prepare for Wednesday’s party meeting to discuss climate policy, one wouldn’t blame Sussan Ley if she were starting to wonder why she stood for leader in the first place.

The Conversation · Nov 11, 2025

Tax Competitiveness Index: Which countries are performing best in Europe?

Setting tax rates is a delicate task for policymakers, who must promote fairness without pushing firms and wealthy individuals toward lower-levy jurisdictions. According to the Tax Foundation, which countries are getting it right?

Euronews · Nov 2, 2025

View from The Hill: Nationals dump net zero – say Australia shouldn’t cut emissions faster than comparable countries

Once again, the Nationals have got out in front of the Liberals on a key issue, this time net zero, announcing on Sunday they were dumping their commitment to it.

The Conversation · Nov 2, 2025

Will AI create a gender trap for women in the workplace or level the employment field?

Jobs with the highest exposure to AI are likely to be the most affected but it is still unclear what form this impact will take.

Euronews · Oct 30, 2025

Amid severe mental health strains, how are EU countries responding?

Depression and anxiety are the most prevalent conditions in OECD countries and have a significant impact on a population's health and well-being, as well as the economy at large. But are there solutions to tackle this issue?

Euronews · Oct 23, 2025

Education exodus: Amid mounting challenges, how fulfilled are teachers in the EU?

The OECD warns of future teacher shortages, as rising numbers of young educators plan to leave the profession while older staff near retirement.

Euronews · Oct 21, 2025

'Stop Panicking About AI': Tech Boss of $28B Startup Says Workers Should Focus on Adapting, Not Worrying

Figma CEO Dylan Field says AI isn't a threat but an opportunity — urging workers to adapt and grow as the $28 billion design startup expands hiring despite industry-wide automation fears.

International Business Times UK · Oct 20, 2025

Weapons maker Saab ‘directly linked’ to human rights breach after missile found in South Australian Indigenous area

Lawyer hopes investigation for OECD into 2021 find near Australian military testing range sets precedent

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2025