This report contributes to debates over tax reform by examining the system of business taxation in Australia. It identifies five challenges, illustrating that the problems with Australia’s system of business taxes are complex and multifaceted. The report presents five reform steps which would deliver a simpler, lower and more productive system.

This pulse survey provides insight into Queensland business sentiment, conditions, and expectations, and reflects the voice of Queensland businesses. In the March quarter, business confidence in the future of the state and national economies, as well as general business conditions, was at its strongest level since 2022 despite weak profitability.

This report outlines a national blueprint to make Australia a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), reigniting productivity growth and boosting living standards. It recommends clear regulations that encourage innovation; support for businesses to deploy AI; courses in AI across all education levels; and mechanisms for cooperative AI research.

In Australia, consumer safety is protected through a comprehensive framework of voluntary and mandatory standards. This report explores the vital role these standards play in supporting product safety across the country. It outlines how Australian businesses can navigate an evolving product safety landscape shaped by legal responsibilities, consumer expectations and emerging risks.

Centred around four key actions and five key priority sectors, the statement includes a raft of initiatives designed to make it easier, simpler and faster to do business in Victoria. The four key actions are: open doors, cut red tape, build new skills and reach every community. The statement is aimed at stimulating innovation and...