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15 May 2013
Budget surplus hopes pinned on heroic assumptions
The Budget has made a start in getting Australia's finances under control, but needs to go much further.
14 May 2013
Why expanding our breast screening program makes economic sense
Health Minister Plibersek has done well in expanding the breast screening program. But she could have gone further.
12 May 2013
Grattan launches innovation and productivity series with Google
The Spreading Smart Ideas series will identify policy reform opportunities to accelerate the spread of innovation.
30 April 2013
Time to face the facts of Australian budgets
The divide between the rhetoric of politicians and economic reality is increasingly stark. Brave leaders must bridge the gap.
25 April 2013
Rooftop solar is growing up
The solar panels industry has thrived on feed-in tariffs and other subsidies. Now it must take the next step.
24 April 2013
Why change on our campuses is evolutionary not revolutionary
A new book explains the implications of technological change for Australian higher education.
24 April 2013
Tough choices: how to rein in our rising health bill
With spending on health increasing much faster than GDP, it's time to make the system more efficient.
24 April 2013
For more savings, time to look at student loans
The Government has reformed the student loan scheme in sensible ways, but should go further.
22 April 2013
Why Australians are getting a shock on electricity prices
Demand for energy is falling, yet power prices keep rising. Here's a plan to put electricity customers back in front.
22 April 2013
Let's open our doors to the best global higher education
Our regulations strangle global higher education trade. Students are the losers.