Earlier this year I mentioned that the last straw of economic credibility the Australian Grand Prix had was Tourism Victoria’s assertion that it “provides a media or advertising-equivalent value of.. read more
The Vic Auditor General has found that the Port Philip Channel Deepening Project (CDP) isn’t delivering the promised benefits. Saying “I told ya so” can be very satisfying, but only.. read more
In the last couple of years much attention has been focused on the relevance (or lack thereof) of economics for policy making. As an economist interested in environmental issues, I’ve often asked.. read more
UPDATE: Here is the media coverage. The Age/SMH, ABC Gippsland, Australian Mining, Renew Economy. I also did interviews with Win TV and live on ABC Gippsland which I can’t find… read more
In late August Rod appeared as an expert witness in the NSW Land and Environment Court. The case is about the proposed Warkworth coal mine extension, which is being opposed.. read more
Economists and decision makers everywhere, rejoice! The Business Council of Australia (BCA) have released a new paper, Policy Essentials: Cost-Benefit Analysis, which hopes to “raise understanding within the public sector and.. read more
Simon and Richard worked with the Capricorn Conservation Council to make a submission on the Environmental Impact Statement of the proposed redevelopment of Great Keppel Island. Their submission addressed specifically.. read more
It may surprise Victorians to discover that our state is a “world class” hunting destination. Yep, despite our state’s lack of lions, tigers, elephants, buffaloes and razor-backs, the world’s hunters.. read more
Last Thursday I attended a public lecture at University of Melbourne by prominent commentator on the Japanese economy, Richard Koo. Koo has advisory positions with various central banks and has.. read more
(Originally published on Renew Economy) The federal government’s decision to withdraw funding from the proposed HRL coal-fired power plant has been seen by some as “pulling the pin” on a chance to.. read more
