From tariffs to AI, pensions to inequality, I sat down with the hosts from the Making Money podcast to talk about the forces shaping prosperity today. 🎧Tune in here: Watch on YouTube:

Attention year 10-12 students: the My First Speech comp is open. Write 300 words on an issue you care about & you could be flown in Canberra to deliver it. Entries close 15 Sept⏰ 👉 #auspol

Three days in a windowless room talking economics? Policy wonks call it Christmas come early🎄. At the Economic Reform Roundtable we’ll be unwrapping ideas on AI, housing, skills & competition to lift living standards. ABC interview: #ausecon #auspol.

The Liberals say that setting a social media minimum age is bad for productivity. What planet are they living on? A productive childhood isn’t doomscrolling – it’s adventure play and free-range childhoods. Let’s let kids be kids. #auspol

Today we pause on Vietnam Veterans’ Day to honour all who served during the Vietnam War. 18 August also marks the anniversary of the 1966 Battle of Long Tan. Lest we forget.

Through a series of interviews in Appalachia, one of America's top sociologists explores a psychological double-whammy: the US communities that have suffered the worst job losses tend to be places where people believe that effort, not luck, determines success. #auspolreaders

On the 78th Indian Independence Day, we celebrate a nation of extraordinary history and a vital partner for Australia. I’ve loved visiting India, and I’m proud to represent a diaspora that enriches our suburbs, champions women and carries its heritage into the future. #auspol

Today is Victory in the Pacific Day, 80yrs since WWII ended. Out of a population of 7m Australians, almost 1m served & 40,000 died. My 84-year-old dad was just a tot at the time, but vividly remembers the moment people heard that war was over, celebrating with dancing & tears.

Why tariffs (including retaliatory tariffs) lead to lower living standards. My op-ed: #auspol #ausecon.

At the SA Centre for Economic Studies @UniofAdelaide Luncheon I asked: what can sport teach us about productivity & the economy? It shows fairness & excellence can go hand in hand. The underdog gets a shot, and the champion must keep earning their place:

Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg’s “5000 new regs” claim is like a Hydra: debunk it once, it roars back twice as loud. 🐉 Truth? Under Labor, the total’s down, and some rules cut red tape, keep kids safe & make life easier. We’re not anti-rules. Just anti dumb ones. #auspol

Canberra’s not just the nation’s capital – it’s a testbed for big ideas. Our ACT Economic Reform Roundtable brought together business, charities, unis and more, discussing practical ways to boost productivity. ABC Canberra interview: #ausecon #auspol.

That’s a wrap on the ACT Economic Reform Roundtable ✅Thanks to Co-Chair @AliciaPayneMP, @SenKatyG, @DaveSmithMP & all the stakeholders who shared fresh ideas to boost ACT productivity, feeding straight into national talks with @JEChalmers #auspol #Canberra

Some say you can’t fix a housing shortage by building homes – we’re proving them wrong. 57 new apartments in Gungahlin, close to shops, schools & transport, with spaces that bring neighbours together. Proud to partner with @ACTLabor to get more Canberrans into homes:.

For the 3rd time in 6 months, the RBA’s cut interest rates. For a $700k mortgage, that’s $109/month back in your pocket, or $4,000 a year thanks to the last 3 rate cuts. Inflation’s down ✅.Unemployment’s low ✅.Real wages are growing ✅. #auspol #ausecon

The Inner North Community Foundation has a novel way of starting the conversation with local residents about charitable bequests. Learn more about their work:

Today, @DaveSmithMP and I greeted the Sri Chinmoy Peace Torch runners outside Parliament House, just hours after the Albanese Government announced Australia will recognise the State of Palestine. Serendipitous timing for a team that’s run 15,000km in the name of peace. #auspol

From the hills hoist to the stubby holder, Aussies know how to invent 📡. But did you know Wi-Fi was born here too? To celebrate Aussie ingenuity as part of National #ScienceWeek, here are 3 fun facts about Wi-Fi ✨

Australia will recognise the State of Palestine at the United Nations in September - to contribute to international momentum towards a two-state solution, a ceasefire in Gaza and release of the hostages. #auspol.

What can a German bakery teach us about better government? Hint: it’s not strudel. My op-ed on the power of randomised trials and learning what actually works. @JonBaronforMD #auspol #ausecon #randomistas