Mining industry groups in Perth and Canberra have come out today in favour of free markets in the iron ore industry, after Fortescue Metals Group chairman Andrew Forrest criticised the actions of heavywights Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton.
The size of state and territory subsidies to the mining and resources sector has been dramatically overstated, according to a report released today prepared by Michael Schur of global firm Castalia Strategic Advisors.
The Abbott government has published the long-awaited Forrest Review of Indigenous jobs and training, with wide ranging recommendations including a healthy welfare card.
