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It’s already too late to stop AI. But before the p(doom), let’s consider the p(boom)

Pope Leo says management of the new tech is now humanity’s most important mission. Australia is uniquely well-placed to play a role in that endeavour.

  • Peter Hartcher
Treasurer Jim Chalmers reads the bill into the House of Representatives on Thursday morning.

Nine in 10 young Australians to be better off under tax changes: Treasury data

But the top 1 per cent of income earners would lose about $400,000 worth of tax concessions over their lifetime, Treasury secretary Jenny Wilkinson revealed on Thursday.

  • Natassia Chrysanthos and Shane Wright
Chief executive of the Business Council of Australia, Bran Black.

Business groups are howling over the budget, and it’s getting messy

The chorus of detractors hasn’t faded since budget night, but has risen to a full-throated roar just as the treasurer introduced the tax legislation to federal parliament.

  • Elizabeth Knight
Chief executive of the Business Council of Australia, Bran Black.

Work longer shifts: One big business’s idea of a helping hand

The government and big business are keen to show how they are helping consumers and small businesses navigate the fuel crisis. But this is no COVID-era relief package.

  • Elizabeth Knight
Business Council of Australia chief executive Bran Black.

Work-from-home warning: COVID-style office exodus not the answer to save fuel

The Business Council of Australia concedes some workers may need to work from home – but warned against a return to office shutdowns that would smash small business.

  • Nick Newling
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Parents, here’s why you should stop steering your kids away from the humanities

As AI transforms our world it is humanities graduates who can shape its effect on our lives.

  • Julia Kindt
Atlassian CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes in the company’s new Melbourne office.

Victoria was ranked dead last, yet a $60b tech giant just made Melbourne its fastest-growing hub

The Business Council of Australia has slammed Victoria’s taxes and red tape, but tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes says the criticism doesn’t stack up.

  • David Swan
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Bevan Slattery at the announcement of a submarine cable laying project.

Victoria ranked as worst state for doing business – again

High taxes and red tape have contributed to the state’s lowly position in the Business Council of Australia rankings, but one tech entrepreneur has leapt to Victoria’s defence.

  • Annika Smethurst and Daniella White
Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen.

Business sweeteners on the table as government prepares to unveil climate target

The federal government is set to court industry support as it announces an upgraded emissions reduction target, while the Coalition’s net zero fight ramps up.

  • Mike Foley and James Massola