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Growth survey reveals a resilient domestic economy: Costello

... survey showing economic growth accelerated in August confirmed the resilience of the Australian economy, Treasurer Peter Costello said today. National Australia Bank chief economist Alan Oster said the bank's monthly survey showed that in the two months ...

Domestic economic outlook improving: Costello

The outlook for Australia's economy was improving after a disappointing June quarter, Federal Treasurer Peter Costello said today. Official figures last week showed the economy grew by just 0.1 per cent in the June quarter, with exports savaged by the ...

Costello admits full Telstra sale faces long road through Senate

Federal Treasurer Peter Costello admitted today it would be tough to pass legislation allowing the full sale of Telstra Corp through the Senate. The legislation passed through the House of Representatives last night. But Mr Costello admitted it would ...

Costello announces new appointment to Productivity Commission

Federal Treasurer Peter Costello has announced the appointment of a new associate commissioner to the Productivity Commission. "After consulting with the Productivity Commission Chairman, I am pleased to announce that Dr Ed Shann of Melbourne will be ...

Costello defends ASIC chief after tax scandal claims

Treasurer Peter Costello has defended the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) chief David Knott's record, after claims a former business partner was involved in a sales tax scandal. Earlier today it was alleged that Mr Knott, who ...

Costello thanks ASIC chairman following announcement

WITH AAP  |  TUESDAY, 12 AUG 2003
Federal Treasurer Peter Costello has expressed his thanks to the outgoing head of the corporate watchdog for his work in catching corporate criminals and enforcing business standards. Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) chairman ...

ASIC chairman to retire at end 2003

... until his departure from ASIC. Mr Knott took the opportunity to express his gratitude to the Treasurer, the Hon. Peter Costello MP, for his strong support of ASIC. "During my term at ASIC, the Treasurer has been a strong supporter of effective and well-resourced ...

Government calls for inquiry into housing affordability

... and availability of housing for families and individuals wishing to purchase their first home, Federal Treasurer Peter Costello has announced. "The Commonwealth Government appreciates that home ownership is highly valued by Australian families and individuals," ...

Government will keep negative gearing: Costello

WITH AAP  |  WEDNESDAY, 30 JUL 2003
Federal Treasurer Peter Costello has ruled out scrapping negative gearing to help first homebuyers. Mr Costello said such a move would push up rents and hurt people who could least afford it. "If you abolish negative gearing, you would put up the rent," ...

Costello requests State support for ACCC appointment

Federal Treasurer Peter Costello has written to the states seeking support to install Australian Consumers Association chief Louise Sylvan as deputy head of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). Mr Costello also formally announced ...