The Federal Government Wants to Boost Productivity. Science Can Help

The federal government wants to boost productivity. Science can help

Daniel Sone/National Cancer InstituteIn the wake of Labor’s resounding victory in Australia’s federal election earlier this month, there has been much talk about flailing productivity in Australia. In fact, last week, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers made clear that the priority for the government’s second term will be to boost productivity. This crucial measure of how much we produce for every hour we work rises a litt…

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