The Economics Student Society of Australia (ESSA) proudly presents Q&A. This event will be in the style of the ABC’s Q&A television program. You will have the chance to ask an expert panel questions related to two economic issues of particular importance in Australia –  immigration and the two-speed economy.

Panellists include:

George Megalogenis, respected economics journalist with The Australian

Stephen Koukoulas, Managing Director of Market Economics and former economics advisor to PM Julia Gillard

Dr W. Max Corden, pre-eminent international economist from Melbourne Institute

James Paterson,  Editor of the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA) review

Professor Neville Norman, Economist, Consultant to the Public and Private sectors and Academic at the University of Melbourne

Stephen Long (moderator), Economics Correspondent at ABC

Light refreshments will be served at an informal networking session after the debate, where George Megalogenis will be signing copies of his new book The Australian Moment.

Date: Thursday 16th August (Week 4)

Time: Registration at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start.

Venue: Public Lecture Theatre, Old Arts Building

This event is free for ESSA members – membership will be confirmed at the registration desk on the night. Tickets for non-members and the general public are $5.

NOTE: Online registration is required for attendance and to ask a question to the panel.

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