• Regulation

Most people agree that some rules are necessary for markets to work. But what rules do we really need? And how can we make sure they do not become too much of a burden on businesses and consumers?

The government’s a mess, but remember Labor’s old ideals
Robert CarlingNovember 7, 2016The Spectator - Flat White

Remember all that Marxist/Leninist guff, circa a century ago, about public ownership of the ‘commanding...

One Nation’s odd flirtation with big government
Simon CowanOctober 15, 2016Canberra Times

When NSW One Nation Senator Brian Burston called for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation to be...

Submission to Senate Inquiry on Treasury Laws Amendment (Enterprise Tax Plan) Bill 2016
Michael PotterOctober 3, 2016CIS Submission

The submission by CIS Research Fellow Michael Potter provides a detailed case for a reduction...

What’s worse? Dasher’s donation or being bribed with your own money?
Simon CowanSeptember 6, 2016Spectator Flat White

Whatever you think of Sam Dastyari — he of halal snack pack and Senate committee...

Poor performance treads company boards
Peter Swan AOJuly 28, 2016Ideas@TheCentre

A fortnight prior to its abolition by independent senators and the Turnbull Government, the Road...

Selling farm policy
Michael PotterJuly 22, 2016Ideas@TheCentre

A Productivity Commission draft report has found that Australian farm businesses are subject to a...

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