Productivity Commission
Stephen King currently serves as a Commissioner at the Productivity Commission, a position held since July 2016. Prior to this role, Stephen was a Professor of Economics and Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics at Monash University from January 2009 to June 2016. Stephen also contributed to various organizations, including being a part-time member of the National Competition Council and the Economic Regulation Authority of WA. Their earlier experience includes serving as a Commissioner at the ACCC from 2004 to 2009 and holding academic positions at the University of Melbourne and Melbourne Business School. Stephen holds a PhD in Economics from Harvard University and has degrees in Economics from Monash University and The Australian National University.
Productivity Commission
The Productivity Commission is an independent research and advisory agency for the Australian Government. While the government largely determines our work program, our findings and recommendations are independent and based on our own analysis and judgment. Not only do we look at economic issues, but social and environmental issues too. Our research and policy advice can help governments improve or create better policies to benefit all Australians. Our main role is to conduct public inquiries and studies into current issues. For example our inquiry into disability support was used in creating the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Our projects provide opportunities for different points of view to be heard and considered. Participation in our inquiries or Commissioned studies is encouraged and gives you the opportunity to have a say in Australia’s public policy formation. You can participate by making a submission to us, it’s open to everyone. Submissions could be a short email or letter outlining your views or a much more substantial document. Providing evidence such as documentation, data or research to support your viewpoint is always useful. Often after we release a draft report, we hold hearings that are open to the public. Anyone can participate whether it be elaborating on their submission or simply providing relevant information to the Commissioners. Whether you want to speak at a hearing or just observe, you will be able to book a spot via our website. The Commission also undertakes additional research. Some of this research supports our inquiries as well as helping outline future directions for reform. You can find out more about us and our current projects by heading to our website, pc.gov.au