Part 1: The importance of economics for Australia's future

This recording includes an inspiring speech and Q&A with the Hon Dr. Jim Chalmers, Treasurer of Australia, followed by engaging talks from Economists and Authors, Tim Dixon and John O’Mahony.

Part 2: The importance of economics for Australia's future

This recording includes a thought provoking panel discussion with Ross Gittins, Sally Cray, Tim Dixon and John O’Mahony responding to questions from students in the audience, moderated by Claudia Crawford.

Event overview

In September 2024, teachers and students of economics in New South Wales joined Pearson and esteemed guests to celebrate the 25th year of publication of Australia's best-selling Economics textbook - Pearson Economics.

An incredible opportunity to hear from Australia's Treasurer Hon Dr. Jim Chalmers, this engaging session aimed to inspire students to consider the importance of economics for Australia's future as well as deepening their understanding of the latest developments in Australia and the global economy.

We are grateful for the passion and dedication to education of authors Tim and John, and for the incredible guests who spared their Wednesday evening to share their wisdom with the next generation of economists!

Agenda

  • Open & welcome from Simon Tomlin and Rhiannon Yetsenga
  • Speakers
    • Keynote Hon Dr. Jim Chalmers, Treasurer of Australia
    • Tim Dixon and John O’Mahony, Economists and Authors
  • Q&A panel with Ross Gittins, Sally Cray, Tim Dixon and John O’Mahony moderated by Claudia Crawford

Target audience

This event is for teachers and students of Year 12 Economics in New South Wales.

DISCOVER THE 25TH EDITION

Pearson Economics for 2025

The 2024-2025 editions have been updated to cover the latest economic developments including changes in Australian economic policy under the Albanese government, slowdown in global economic growth in the 2020s, the impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine and international efforts to return to low inflation.

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