Considering the full spectrum of regulatory instruments and applying them to risks appropriately is at the core of making better regulation choices.
As policy makers prepare to meet in Copenhagen in December to discuss carbon emmissions trading schemes, many Australian and international climate science and economics experts would prefer to see a carbon tax on the table for discussion.
Australian business, government and consumers need to start asking important questions about green jobs.
Better regulation is about informed choice between regulatory options.
Proposed new rules will likely lead to a less efficient and effective allocation of philanthropy.
Amidst the financial and economic carnage of current times, Australia has actually been presented with an unprecedented opportunity.
Why can't the government, instead of electing to bailout companies, buy in as a silent shareholder?
Blaming the childcare crisis on the evil empire won't help. We need to provide real choices first.
It is a delight to introduce today the final report from the GAP Congress on Regulatory Affairs: "Opportunities for Business".
As information flows ever more easily between jurisdictions, how can effective regulatory protections be put in place for the stakeholders?