Post-election insights: What business needs to know

Post-election insights: What business needs to know

Author: CPA Australia May 8, 2025 Duration: 27:27

With the federal election decided, attention turns to the road ahead for Australian businesses and the newly re-elected government's agenda.  

This special episode delves into the critical economic challenges and opportunities ahead, offering expert perspectives on navigating the evolving landscape.  

Explore Australia's current economic position – its strengths and weaknesses – and what priorities the Treasurer should focus on. 

Listen now for a comprehensive briefing on the economic outlook covering: 

  • Key priorities for the Treasurer based on Australia's economic health 

  • The ripple effects of US policy and tariffs on Australian sectors 

  • Policy levers the government can pull to navigate challenges 

  • CPA Australia's "three R" recommendations for business and community improvement 

  • How government's zero-risk approach affects business 

  • The importance of tax reform 

Host: Elinor Kasapidis, Chief of Policy, Standards and External Affairs, CPA Australia  

Guests:  

Dr Brendan Rynne, Chief Economist with KPMG. His expertise includes econometric analysis, economy-wide modelling, cost benefit analysis, impact assessments, efficiency improvements and legislative and regulatory reform. 

Gavan Ord, business investment and international lead, policy and advocacy, CPA Australia. 

Learn more about today's guest at the KPGM website.  

 

Additionally, CPA Australia has an overview of the relevant election policies announced by the Australian Labor Party (ALP) leading up to and during the 2025 Federal election campaign.  

It also includes a list of some relevant policies announced in the previous parliament that have yet to be enacted. 

CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:  

Search for them in your podcast platform.  

Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au  

 


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