The weakness of wage growth in Australia over the past decade has been extreme by both historic and international standards. The authors of this report argue that the reforms proposed in the 'Secure Jobs, Better Wages' Bill represent important, but incremental steps in restoring a better balance of bargaining power between workers and employers, and...

The new Albanese Government has tabled a revised budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year, revising revenue and spending forecasts. In this paper, Centre for Future Work researchers evaluate the budget's assumptions and policy measures from the perspective of workers and labour markets.

This report investigates the history of Australian inflation and policy choices, and provides a counter to the view that low inflation and the current inflation target is acceptable.

This edition of the Treasury Round Up looks at a range of issues that affect productivity in the Australian economy.

In this policy paper, released ahead of the Jobs and Skills Summit, the Business Council of Australia identifies the critical resets needed on skills and migration to lock in a stronger economy and better wages.