News: south australian centre for economic studies

Federal Government misses chance to boost skilled labour

A female pensioner working in an office.

The amount that pensioners may earn before being hit by tax should be increased in order to boost the economy and help them to keep using their expertise, according to a report published by the University of Adelaide.

[Read more about Federal Government misses chance to boost skilled labour]

SA economic recovery to continue despite cost of living crisis

A photo of Australian money, in cash and coin.

South Australia’s economic recovery is set to continue despite inflation and rising interest rates putting increased strain on household budgets. Aggregate spending within the state has grown strongly over the past year in response to strong growth in household consumption and public consumption spending, and a solid, though lockdown-interrupted, rise in dwelling investment. But with household and public sector consumption expected to weaken, the State’s export performance will need to improve to compensate.

[Read more about SA economic recovery to continue despite cost of living crisis ]

Newstart debate must focus on people not politics

Centrelink co-located services sign

A new report from University of Adelaide economists has added to the national debate about the Newstart Allowance, arguing that Newstart should be increased by as much as $120 a week and urging politicians to address the issue with maturity.

[Read more about Newstart debate must focus on people not politics]

RSS News Feed