Freebairn Public Lecture Series

The Freebairn Lecture is named after Professor John Freebairn, Richie Chair in Economics, in recognition of the many significant contributions he has made to Economics and Public Policy.

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Turning luck into pluck: Positioning Australia for an uncertain future with Ms Allegra Spender MP

After more than 20 years of economic stability, Australia faces an uncertain future. Global disruption, a challenging energy transition, a widening intergenerational inequity, shifting demographics, flatlining productivity and slowing living standards threaten our prosperity and resilience.


Allegra Spender explores the smart decisions she believes will be essential to shaping Australia's economic future.

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