Deep Dives

Deep Dives

Australia's nuclear option

How the kakistocracy is getting in the way of energy abundance.

Deep Dives

A sad economy without much hope

Australia's economy risks stagnation as government spending crowds out the private sector, increasing inflation, slowing productivity, and leaving the nation vulnerable to European-style economic malaise.

Deep Dives

It's not as bad as you might think

Despite Australia's sluggish economic growth and record-high government spending, a closer look at the data reveals that the situation may not be quite as dire as it seems.

Deep Dives

Energy abundance, the price of ethnonationalism, and the dystopian myID

How not to do energy policy; the problems with acknowledgements to country; your ID or your facial data; the costs of land use zoning; and the war in Ukraine may not last much longer.

Deep Dives

Saving the planet could make some of us rich

Transforming Australia into a green manufacturing "superpower" won't automatically generate widespread prosperity, and is more likely to enrich only a select few while imposing broader economic costs on the majority.

Energy

Australia's nuclear energy debate

A recent nuclear energy debate highlighted the potential limitations of relying solely on renewables, sparking concerns about the economic viability of Australia's energy transition.

Reform

Milei and the nest of rats

Javier Milei's bold reforms aim to revive Argentina's economy, but political hurdles and lingering Peronist-era policies threaten his long-term success.

Infrastructure

Australia isn't ready for high-speed rail

Despite the allure of Japan's Shinkansen, Australia is just too different to make high-speed rail viable down under any time soon.

Deep Dives

The Albanese government is toast

The Albanese government's hasty push for social media age restrictions, coupled with inflation-driven economic pain, is alienating voters and stoking a perfect storm that could spell its downfall in the next election.

Monetary policy

High interest rates are here to stay

Persistent inflation, sluggish productivity growth and expansionary fiscal policy have trapped Australia in a precarious economic position, with big implications for the next federal election.

Growth

What the US election means for Australia [update]

The US election is happening right now, with the outcome to have potentially significant implications for Australia.

Energy

Australia's renewables reality check

Australia's rush to renewables poses significant economic and energy security risks, highlighting the need for a more balanced approach that addresses the limitations of solar and wind.