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ACE 2025

The 2025 ACE Committee is extending the call for abstracts for ACE by two weeks to COB Monday 14 April 2025.

The Committee especially welcomes abstracts for papers that fit the Conference theme Economics for a Changing World, that address major current issues, as well as the education of economists, and any papers describing high quality research in economic-related subjects.

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Trump's impact on the Australian Economy

Poll 66

Top economists say Trump’s policies will hit Australian economic growth and push up inflation and interest rates in the US.

Responses (38)
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Housing Reform

Poll 65

Panellists are unanimous in believing Australia’s housing market is in crisis.

Offered a choice of 14 measures identified by the Economic Society of Australia as likely to restrain prices for buyers and renters, none of the 49 leading economists polled picked: “do nothing, the market will determine appropriate prices”.

Responses (967)
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Awards 2024

A number of prestigious awards were bestowed upon worthy economists at ACE24, held in Adelaide.  Read on to find out who won the 2024 ESA National Awards.

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Budget 2024

Poll 64

Panelists were asked to comment on two questions: 

Is the budget likely to achieve its aim of getting inflation back within the RBA target band by the end of this year and back to 2.75% by mid next year?

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On May 14, the government delivered a budget designed, in the Treasurer's words, to "focus on fighting inflation in the near term and then growth in the medium term " - What grade would you give the budget, given that objective? A, B, C, D, E or F

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Responses (990)
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ACE 2024

The Australian Conference of Economists was held in Adelaide, SA from 10-12 July.  Presented papers will be published on our website in due course. 

Next year's ACE will be held at UTS in Sydney and coincides with the Society's 100 year anniversary.  Preparations are well underway to bring members a very special event - please stay tuned for more details about ACE25.  In the meantime, hold the date of 6-9 July 2025 and register your interest via the dedicated ACE25 website.

Unreserved - RBA's latest release of digitised archival records

The latest tranche of archival records has been released in the Bank’s digital archive, Unreserved. It includes early economic analysis conducted by the central bank from 1930 to 1970.

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Events

24th Annual Stan Kelly Lecture 2025

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Tuesday May 20, 2025, 5:15 pm

From: Victoria

The Economics Society of Australia Victoria Branch invites you to attend a two-course sit-down diner at the 2025 Stan Kelly lecture being delivered by Dr Ken Henry AC FASSA FAIIA. Dr Henry will reflect on the role of the economist in securing the nation's future.

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The 2025 - 2026 Victorian State Budget Review

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday May 21, 2025, 12:30 pm

From: Victoria

In May the Victorian Government will deliver its 2025-26 Budget. What are the policy priorities for the budget by the Allan Government, and what does the budget say about the state of the Victorian economy?

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WEN: Coffee Meet-up

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday May 22, 2025, 7:45 am

From: Victoria

The Women in Economics Network in Victoria is delighted to invite you to an informal coffee meet-up on in the city to catch up with fellow friends and economists, including this month's special guests, Executive Directors at the Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance, Miranda Forehan and Teresa Stewart.

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ESA YP: Tracking changes in trade policy and industrial policy: working on the Trade and Assistance Review at the Productivity Commission

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday May 22, 2025, 5:30 pm

From: Victoria

Join us for after-work drinks and an enlightening discussion featuring young economists and experts as they delve into the evolving landscape of trade and industrial policy.

Drawing on insights from the Trade and Assistance Review at the Productivity Commission, our speakers will examine the challenges and opportunities presented by developments in trade and tariffs, providing a unique perspective on navigating the complexities of policy transformation. 

This event promises to be a fantastic opportunity to mingle with fellow young economists, expand your professional circle, and enjoy a delightful evening in good company. 

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WEN-AARES Mini-Symposium

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday May 29, 2025, 3:30 pm

From: Queensland

We would like to invite you to a mini-symposium that is organised as a collaboration between WEN QLD and the Australasian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society (AARES).

It will showcase a fine selection of research presented at the AARES 2025 conference.

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Business lunch with Sarah Hunter, Chief Economist, RBA

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Tuesday Jun 3, 2025, 11:45 am

From: Queensland

Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Chief Economist and Assistant Governor (Economic) Sarah Hunter will address ESA QLD on Australia's economic outlook, covering domestic and international issues, including the impact of tariffs. Join us at the Brisbane Marriott Hotel to network with Brisbane’s business community, enjoy a 2 course lunch including beverages, all while hearing from the RBA Chief Economist.

Thanks to Morgans for their ongoing support of business lunches with RBA senior officials. Morgans Chief Economist Michael Knox will introduce Sarah and lead the Q&A following Sarah's address. 

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From Cash to Code: How the Rise of Digital Currencies Could Reshape Trade, Power, and Australia’s Economic Future

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Jun 4, 2025, 12:15 pm

From: New South Wales

In this webinar, Dr. Marina Yue Zhang explores the transformative impact of mobile payment platforms like Alipay and WeChat Pay in China, which have integrated online and offline life for millions. It also delves into China's Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), e-CNY, which is a state-backed digital currency designed to function alongside or replace cash. The e-CNY has significant implications for national sovereignty, economic policy, and global trade. China's strategic push for digital finance aims to reshape the global financial order and establish the country as a leader in CBDC technology, influencing future global economic governance.

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Reframing the Tax Reform Debate - Who Lifts and Who Leans, Really?

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Jun 11, 2025, 5:15 pm

From: Tasmania

Join us for a thought-provoking event, Reframing the Tax Reform Debate – Who Lifts and Who Leans, Really?, presented by Joe Roach. Joe has returned to Tasmania after a thirty year career in the Australian public service - including in senior roles in Defence and Finance.  He has seen government decision-making up close under both Coalition and Labor governments - being in the Cabinet room is a unique experience - but one he cannot share - unfortunately.
Since leaving the public service in 2014, Joe has been involved in a private sector startup, but has remained an active voice in public policy discourse, contributing to the work of the Productivity Commission and the Grattan Institute on inter-generational equity issues.  While he shares many of the general concerns raised by Ken Henry and Saul Eslake, the numbers matter.  Joe will challenge conventional narratives around tax reform and make a case for a different way forward.
Joe is also offering the chance to win a $200 gift voucher for anyone who attends and takes up his challenge on the night - you will have to attend on the night to have a chance to collect!

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LinkedUP! August

Date: Thursday Aug 14, 2025, 5:30 pm

From: Queensland

It’s time for another LinkedUP! The WEN Queensland branch invites you to join us for an informal networking evening. Come along to connect or reconnect with old and new WEN members.

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The Roads to Development: Work, Markets and Institutions

Event Type: Workshops/Conferences

Date: Monday Oct 20, 2025, 12:00 am

The Roads to Development is a two-day conference bringing together a number of leading academics with the aim to revisit the concept of development and consider the conditions that make it possible in the present state of the world. Among our keynote speakers we will have worldwide known economists as Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz, Jeffrey Sachs, Stefano Zamagni, Juan Francisco Jimeno, and Albino Barrera, as well as sociologist Allison Pugh.

 

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LinkedUP! November

Date: Thursday Nov 13, 2025, 5:30 pm

From: Queensland

It’s time for another LinkedUP! The WEN Queensland branch invites you to join us for an informal networking evening. Come along to connect or reconnect with old and new WEN members.

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Chinese Economics Society Australia

Event Type: Workshops/Conferences

Date: Monday Dec 1, 2025, 12:00 am

Hosted by Deakin Business School in Melbourne, Australia, the 35th Annual Conference of the Chinese Economics Society Australia (CESA) aims to explore the impact of the artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping China’s economic landscape and its profound implications for the global economy. The conference welcomes both theoretical and empirical contributions, with particular emphasis on interdisciplinary perspectives that bridge economics, policy analysis, and technological foresight.

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Welcome

Welcome to the National website of the Economic Society of Australia (The Society). The Society is primarily concerned with promoting discussion and debate of economic issues within Australia.

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