Australia extends a welcome to Hong Kong “super” tech experts, via Global Talent Scheme visa
The government is prioritising Hong Kong applicants for the Global Talent Scheme visa, in a bid to attract top 'job multipliers' to boost the economy.
Cormann: JobKeeper will end in September after all, with further support based on “assessed need”
Finance Minister Mathias Cormann says the "unbelievably generous" JobKeeper program will end, but struggling businesses will still be able to seek support.
“Subsidised jobs help, but they’re no panacea”: History shows there’s no quick fix for unemployment
Higher unemployment is a price we’ve paid to control the virus. It will take a mix of measures to ensure that cost is only temporary. Here's why.
The September fiscal cliff will be replaced with a fiscal slope, thanks to tax cuts and a Jobkeeper ‘extension’
The federal government will turn to tax cuts and post-JobKeeper income support as Australian households and businesses approach the so-called fiscal cliff in September.
“More to say soon”: Victorian government tight-lipped on help for Melbourne businesses hit by lockdowns
The Victorian government says it will soon reveal more information about crucial financial support for businesses in damage control.
“Heartbreaking”: Melbourne businesses losing hope in the face of second COVID-19 lockdown
Melbourne businesses are in crisis management mode today after a second wave of coronavirus infections forced the government to reimpose lockdowns.
Why a GST holiday could help put colour back in the cheeks of the economy
Dropping the GST for six months would be a wise stimulus strategy and give the maximum economic bang for the government’s buck. Here's why.
Rent relief: Morrison considers extra support for retail tenants as September cliff-edge looms
Rent relief measures will expire in September, but the Morrison government is considering whether to expand the code, amid pressure from retailers.
Second wave of infections could cost Australia $100 billion: Deloitte
As Victoria battles to contain a second wave of infections, economic forecasts reveal just how much the economy would suffer if governments fail to contain the recent outbreak.
Teleworkability in Australia: Almost 40% of all jobs can be done from home, research shows
As Australia emerges from the COVID-19 economic crisis, new research shows that 41% of full-time and almost 35% of part-time jobs can be done remotely.
Mike Cannon-Brookes backs plan to create 1 million jobs through eco-friendly investment
Atlassian co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes is backing a plan to revitalise the economy post-pandemic, and create 1 million jobs, through green investment.
Retail in need of therapy: Why shopping centres might never recover from the COVID-driven fever of online purchasing
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on consumers will affect the Australian retail industry for years. Here are three reasons why.