Tag Archives: Independent Australia

The Coalition want us to work more so we can give more to the banks – Independent Australia

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Warwick Smith

By Warwick Smith This article was first published at Independent Australia. The Abbott Government wants us to work more but who really benefits? Economist Warwick Smith argues that instead of handing more of our money over to the big four … Continue reading →

Posted in Australian politics, housing affordability | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

My tribute to Gough Whitlam

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Warwick Smith

We want Gough By Warwick Smith First published at Indepenent Australia. 22/10/2014 My earliest clear childhood memory is sitting on my dad’s shoulders in a huge crowd outside parliament house in Canberra chanting “we want Gough” over and over. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Australian politics | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Coal or bust: How Abbott is stranding Australia

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Warwick Smith

By Warwick Smith Originally published at Independent Australia The Abbott government appears intent on dismantling the small but vibrant renewable energy industry in Australia. At the very moment when the rest of the world is coming to their senses about … Continue reading →

Posted in Australian politics, climate change, Op-ed, Sustainability, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment