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Australia's drought relief package hits the political spot but misses the bigger point

Written by Lin Crase, Professor of Economics and Head of School, University of South Australia

There are two basic components to the Morrison government’s latest A$1 billion package response to the drought affecting large parts eastern Australia. One part involves extra subsidies to farmers and farm-related business. The other involves measures to create or upgrade infrastructure in rural areas.

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Australia's drought relief package hits the political spot but misses the bigger point

Why doing “more” at work isn’t working and what we actually need instead, according to Australia's newest leadership book

How cutting the capital gains tax discount could help rebalance the housing market

Rebuilding after a disaster is a long road. Lismore’s businesses offer hope for others

AI isn’t likely to wipe out all farming jobs – but it is changing who bears the risks

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What our teeth reveal about the growing gap between rich and poor

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

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Australia's first wellbeing framework is about to measure what matters – but it's harder than counting GDP

Improve Your Business With A Good Sales Funnel Strategy

How to Efficiently Handle Rubbish Removals

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

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