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Australia is running out of booms

8 January 2018 | Stephen Walters GAICD

Every director understands the importance of sound financial management as a cornerstone of good governance. It is the same for government, or at least it should be. After all, the maintenance of our ...

Access to Justice must be Fair

27 December 2017 | Angus Armour FAICD

The Rule of Law is an essential characteristic of Australian society. It’s fundamental to how we see ourselves, and how we like the world to see us. Timely and effective access to justice is a crucial...

Insolvency Laws Make Welcome Leap into 21st Century

20 September 2017 | Gene Tilbrook FAICD

Disruption, innovation and being Amazon-ready are often cited as the keys to business success and employment growth in a rapidly changing world. However sometimes it is the practical changes to our le...

Good Governance in the Not-for-profit Sector is Paramount

7 August 2017 | Elizabeth Proust AO FAICD

Reports of poor practice in the charity sector often stem from poor governance and can damage trust and lead to disproportionate responses, writes Elizabeth Proust AO, Chairman of the Australian Insti...

Safe harbour laws will help more businesses set sail

14 June 2017 | Elizabeth Proust AO FAICD

Safe harbour reforms present an opportunity to protect jobs and value, and make Australia more attractive to the companies of the future.

Safe harbour

Fraser review fails investors

20 February 2017 | Elizabeth Proust AO FAICD

Bernie Fraser’s long-awaited report on industry superannuation governance represents a missed opportunity to lift the quality of governance in this important sector.

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Premier’s Regret a Warning for Turnbull

23 January 2017 | Elizabeth Proust AO FAICD

If Malcolm Turnbull doesn’t take action soon, he and the outgoing NSW Premier will be reminiscing over the same missed opportunity for years to come, writes AICD Chairman Elizabeth Proust.

Populism Trumping Policy

27 October 2016 | John Brogden AM FAICD

Populism is on the march around the world. Populist movements have swept the UK, US, Europe and the Philippines. But Australian policymakers must resist the tide and implement desperately needed refor...

John Brogden

Lifting public policy tone a job for all

30 August 2016 | John Brogden AM FAICD

As our new Parliament takes its place in the nation’s capital, Australia’s business leaders must take their place leading the campaign for long-term policy to drive the nation’s growth.

John Brogden

22 June 2016 | John Brogden AM FAICD

After a lengthy campaign unblemished by inspiring oratory, Australia’s best unknown political speech cries out for attention and reflection.

John Brogden