Labor ThinkTank on A Strong Economy

A Strong Economy

by LaborHQ at Tuesday, 13 July 2010

A strong economy is important – it generates jobs for working families and helps us build a fairer society. The Labor Government’s response to the global financial crisis protected jobs and small businesses.


This has placed Australia in a strong position to capitalise on future opportunities and to confront the economic challenges of the future.


Let us know your ideas for a strong economy;


What are the challenges facing the Australian economy?


What is the most important thing that can be done to ensure jobs for the future?


Are all Australians sharing in the benefits of a strong economy?

Categories: Economy, Finance, GFC, Jobs, Resources
Status: Active
Ideas: 244

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  • Green Jobs and a Competitive Advantage in Renewable Technology

    by Obutters from Sydney , NSW at Thursday, 15 July 2010

    Australia should have a goal to foster a competitive advantage in developing renewable energy technology and to have the world's most skilled 'green' workforce.

    The industrialisation of the world's most populous countries - India and China, will put an enormous premium on our natural resources, but also on alternative energy sources.

    We keep talking about the 'Green Jobs' of the Future - but they are not going to come out of the ether with...

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  • Education, training and employment in detention centres

    by JamesEnsor from Ascot Vale , VIC at Friday, 16 July 2010

    All detainees in detention centres should have access to education (general and English language), vocational training and on-site employed while awaiting settlement of their case.

    This would
    1 - improved mental health
    2 - mean that those who are given residency are ready to enter the workforce and help to build a strong economy
    3 - mean that those who are repatriated would have gained skills which may improve their situation in their home ...

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  • Making Things

    by pgrealish from Moorooka , Queensland at Thursday, 15 July 2010

    If one looks at the turmoil in the US and UK economies at present, and the very serious possibility of long term mass unemployment in former economic powerhouse cities (Detroit, Baltimore, Newcastle, Glasgow), the underlying cause is clear; the hollowing out of those economies and the near abolition of manufacturing jobs.

    To be a serious economic contender, Australia must promote and expand manufacturing. This can be achieved by;

    1. Providi...

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  • Mobilising Australian business and innovation against climate change

    by iainm10 from Melrose Park , SA at Monday, 19 July 2010

    A carbon price - legislated within 12 months of the election and operating within a further 6-12 months - is a key reform for the medium- and long-term health of our economy.

    Every analysis has told us that implementing a carbon price gets more harmful to the economy the longer it is delayed.

    A carbon price means that we're not just relying on government to work out how we can reduce our emissions - the hard work and unique ingenuity of the...

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  • Improve Think Tank

    by Leanne from Bundaberg , Qld at Saturday, 24 July 2010

    Don't think much of the think tank website. Not very user friendly at all.
    Plus we can only contribute to two topics!!!!!!!!

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  • Regional Development

    by pgrealish from Moorooka , Queensland at Friday, 16 July 2010

    Promoting growth in regional areas is key to solving a number of Australia's big issues; the huge growth of the major cities, inequalities between urban and rural areas, pressures on housing stock etc. What is needed is a publicly-owned industrial bank, devoted to promoting balanced, sustainable regional growth, especially for small and medium sized companies.

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  • Randomised Policy Trials

    by timwattsau from Collingwood , Victoria at Thursday, 15 July 2010

    Improve the efficiency of Government spending and the efficacy of policy initiatives by creating a fund dedicated to supporting small scale randomised policy trials as fore-runners to larger scale Government programs.

    As outlined by Labor Super Candidate for Fraser, Dr Andrew Leigh:

    http://people.anu.edu.au/andrew.leigh/pdf/Randomised%20policy%20trials.pdf

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  • Upskilling the workforce

    by bjthedj from Pendle Hill , NSW at Thursday, 22 July 2010

    If you are over 55 and do not have a string of degrees your chance of getting a job is Buckley's and none no matter how much experience and expertise you have.
    As the population ages its about time that over 55's are also given access to upskilling programs otherwise thousands will languise on Newstart allowances and casual or partime jobs until they are 65 and draining more money out of the Centrelink system.The majority would like to be workin...

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  • A high income economy is the most productive and rewarding

    by benedictgahan from Canberra , ACT at Thursday, 15 July 2010

    In my experience a strong economy is based on a few key things:

    - a social security system that gives ALL citizens, regardless of income level, a certain level of security. Secure people take risks, are more creative and have a better competitive edge
    - Equality for all. A country that focuses on equality gives everyone a chance to participate. We then have the ability to draw on all talents and ideas to be competitive on international marke...

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  • Incentives supporting first home buyers & disadvantaged groups in rental markets

    by Rockmelon from kambah , act at Wednesday, 21 July 2010

    Having a strong economy is one thing, but making sure that we all share the benefits is another.

    First home buyer grants improved housing affordability for many but some of the benefits passed to others in the market place.

    Could we consider a tax rebate for first home buyers to claim some depreciation on their property (of any age) if they are new entrants to the market. A bit costly, so maybe once we gt to surplus its feasible.

    Good...

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