Young Australians may endure worse lives than their parents, ‘worried’ productivity chief warns

17/08/2025 15:00 The Guardian

Productivity Commission chair urges ‘growth mindset’ to solve looming problems for future generations, while reiterating call to limit AI regulationFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastYoung Australians may endure worse lives than their parents, the nation’s productivity chief has warned.Danielle Wood, the chair of the Productivity Commission, said young people are facing a future of lower wages, increased costs and the impacts of climate breakdown without major government action to tackle major economic challenges. Continue reading...

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17/08/2025 18:04 The Guardian

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17/08/2025 16:35 The Guardian

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17/08/2025 16:30 The Guardian

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Guardian Australia wins Kennedy awards for outstanding digital innovation, photography and columnist

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