Monthly Archives: January 2012

Run car subsidies out of town

Continuing subsidies to car companies isn’t just bad economics. It’s also bad for communities and workers as well. Perpetuating unsustainable industries through subsidies robs a generation of workers of an economically sustainable future. Manufacturing Minister Kim Carr’s announcement gifting another … Continue reading

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China’s carbon tax only underlines Gillard’s folly

China’s consideration of a modest carbon tax sends mixed signals for the Gillard government’s emissions-reduction plans. After legislating for the world’s largest carbon tax, any foreign action to price greenhouse gases is good news for the government. Until now there … Continue reading

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