By Wayne Kayler-Thomson
It is said that uncertainty is the killer in business.
The Labor Government’s gyrations on the issue of a carbon price has provided such uncertainty in spades.
Carbon flip flopping producing sighs from business community
March 7, 2011
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Include small business in carbon tax debate
February 17, 2011By The Editor
The Gillard Government is currently in delicate negotiations with Greens and independent MPs in order to pass its planned carbon tax. Now one of the people responsible for its success or failure has called for small businesses to be recognised in the discussions and appropriately compensated.
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The climate change action debate – here we go again…
October 1, 2010By Bridget Ryan
As predicted, we’re back. The climate policy deck chairs have been rearranged, and those steering the ship are getting used to the new protocols of minority Government including rather more “pander” and a lot less “mandate”.
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Quick Quotes
February 3, 2010By The Editor
Today’s headlines range from climate change and interest rates, to celebrity award shows. VECCI’s Chris James takes a look at the Coalition’s suggested approach to climate change and the outlook for businesses in light of interest rates, while VEIC’s Peter Jones gives his thoughts on Melbourne keeping the Logies.
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It’s time to cut the c…arbon
October 6, 2009By Kate Nicolazzo
Last week saw the close of submissions to the Victorian Government’s Climate Change Green Paper. There were over 180 submissions received and a lot of stakeholders eager to see the outcomes. Let’s hope that the result is a visionary and practical transition plan to help Victoria prepare for and thrive in a low carbon future.
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