Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers have a pre-budget problem. They haven't yet won over one of the most important voices in the economic debate on their bold plan for a "Future Made in Australia".
Productivity Commissioner Danielle Wood still has concerns, despite a concerted effort over the past two weeks by the prime minister and treasurer to win this debate. They've spent a fortnight insisting "the world has changed" and "substantial" government investments are needed to drive chosen industries forward in the net-zero future.
Wood is not convinced.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/productivity-commissioner-government-future-made-australia/103763714
