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How will the coronavirus recession compare with the worst in Australia's history?

Written by John Hawkins, Assistant Professor, School of Politics, Economics and Society, University of Canberra

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In a normal year we would be weeks away from the May budget and the official forecasts for the financial year ahead.

This year there will be no official forecasts until October 6, the date of the postponed budget.

It might be just as well.

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How will the coronavirus recession compare with the worst in Australia's history?

Indigenous businesses are losing millions to fraudulent firms. We need stronger oversight

Real wages have gone backwards. Even earning $100,000 isn’t what it used to be

Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?

‘I feel I’m making a difference’: how Blak women are working to build safer workplaces

55,000 extra social housing homes are being built. But a new study shows that boom still falls short

A worker was sacked over his side hustle. Here are 5 tips for employees with second gigs

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

The Ultimate Guide to Trust Accounts: Maximizing Benefits and Minimizing Risks

Why it’s important young, unemployed Australians get a good job instead of just ‘any’ job

How to Ask for a Promotion or a Pay Rise

Leonardo.Ai reveals new brand, expanding its creator-first platform for the next era of generative AI

Psychosocial injury risk starts inside workplace microcultures

2025 Thryv Business and Consumer Report - Australian small businesses show grit under pressure

Security by Default: Why 2026 Will Force Organisations to Rethink Cloud and AI

UNSW launches plan to help Aussie startups scale overseas

Payroll Under Pressure: Why Mid-Sized SMEs Struggle to Keep Pay Accurate

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