John Quiggin

The High Court was right to overturn Victoria's EV tax, writes John Quiggin, but there's a danger this decision will be extended to rule out any kind of road user charge.

A group of crossbench parliamentarians has revived the idea of increasing the rate of the GST from 10% or removing exemptions.

A four-day work week is well within the realm of economic feasibility. But how much, if anything, would it cost in terms of lost production and lower wages?

With the prospect of a lengthier lockdown looming over Sydney, the idea of “living with the virus” has resurfaced. Here's why most economists disagree.

It’d be wrong to interpret the Reserve Bank's decision to cut its cash rate to 0.10% as an emergency response to the COVID-19 crisis.

JobKeeper helps workers keep their existing jobs, but it can’t do anything for those who are already unemployed or who need to switch employers.

Health Minister Greg Hunt has said it’s time to think about lifting restrictions. But when can we start, and which lockdowns should be relaxed?