Policy Agenda

The BCA’s policy priorities are focused on the goal of making Australia the best place in the world in which to live, to learn, to work and do business.

Our policy agenda reflects and emphasises the central role that business will play in future growth and prosperity by raising productivity and creating new opportunities through employment and investment.

Our aim is for Australia to rank among the top five economies in the OECD in terms of GDP per capita.

To achieve this position, Australia will need to grow strongly, but within its means.

Overview

Our policies are aimed at securing prosperity for as many Australians as possible, both now and in the future.
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A Role for Business

Showing leadership and promoting informed national discussion on important issues.
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Emissions Trading

A poorly designed ETS means high economic and social costs for Australia with no environmental gain.
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Global Engagement

Trade and invesment benefit the community in many ways.
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Healthy Australia

A healthy population and a world-class health system are integral to economic productivity and growth.
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Tax Reform

What are the competitive possibilities of tax reform – and the principles needed for effective change?
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Business Regulation

A stronger business environment and economy are reliant on taxation, regulation and federal–state relations reform.
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Education, Skills and Innovation

Education and training helps determine a country’s economic success.
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Infrastructure

Quality, well-planned infrastructure is key to economic growth and international competitiveness.
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Workplace Relations

What is the link between workplace flexibility and productivity?
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Workforce Participation

Increasing workforce participation is an economic and social imperative.
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