Australia’s economy has enjoyed considerable success in recent decades, reflecting strong macroeconomic policy, structural reform and the long commodity boom. Living standards and well-being are generally high, though challenges remain in gender gaps and in greenhouse-gas emissions, and further challenges arise from population ageing.

Data contained in these charts are primarily based on information published in the 2016–17 MYEFO, as well as the 2016–17 Budget, the 2015–16 Final Budget Outcome and government agency annual reports. Where applicable, additional information provided by agencies has supplemented the publicly available information. At the aggregate level the underlying cash balance, total receipts, and...

The 2017 Australia Benchmark Report provides rich data demonstrating why there is no better place than Australia to do business.

The past decade has been one of the most dramatic in Perth's history. Against the background of a dynamic global economy and expansion of the State's minerals and energy sectors, the city has experienced an economic, social and cultural transformation. This transformation has posed numerous questions about the future of Perth. This includes questions related...

Each year through this publication CEDA delivers for members a reflection on the most influential and interesting speeches on the CEDA stage. With a Federal Election here in Australia, and unexpected international events, from the Brexit result to the election of Donald Trump as the next US President, there has been much to discuss around...