{"title":"Phillip Toner","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Phillip Toner collection, a treasure trove of insightful and thought-provoking works primarily focused on economic reforms and their implications. Phillip Toner is renowned for his critical analysis of contemporary economic practices and policies. His expertise in education and reference materials makes his books indispensable resources for readers curious about the intricate world of economics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles, \u003cem\u003eWrong Way: How Privatisation and Economic Reform Backfired\u003c\/em\u003e, delves deep into the unintended consequences of privatisation and reform initiatives. Toner's work is characterised by a thorough examination of the effects that these economic strategies have had on societal structures and individual livelihoods. His books are designed not only to inform but also to provoke discussions and critical thinking among readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an economics student, educator, policymaker, or simply someone with an interest in understanding the complexities of economic systems, Phillip Toner's collection offers a wealth of knowledge and insight. Discover his meticulously researched publications, where real-world impacts are unpacked with clarity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wrong-way-how-privatisation-and-economic-reform-backfired-by-phillip-toner-9781760640385","title":"Wrong Way: How Privatisation and Economic Reform Backfired","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeading economists assess the costs and benefits of privatisation, deregulation, marketisation, and other neoliberal reforms that have dominated Australian economic policy since the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 1980s, waves of neoliberal 'economic reform' have transformed Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrivatisation, deregulation, marketisation, and the contracting out of government services— for three decades now, there has been widespread agreement among policymakers on the desirability of these strategies. However, the benefits of economic reform are increasingly being questioned. Alongside growing voter disenchantment, new voices of dissent argue that instead of efficiency and improved services, economic reform has led to unaccountable oligopolies, increased prices, reduced productivity, and degradation of the public good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWrong Way\u003c\/em\u003e, Australia's leading economists and public intellectuals perform a cost-benefit analysis of economic reform across key areas. Have these reforms been worthwhile for the Australian community and its economy? Have they given us a better society, as promised?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Has privatisation led to more productivity-enhancing competition? Has deregulation increased economic welfare in energy, finance, health, education, and labour markets? Does the lived experience of Australians measure up to the promise of economic reform? The authors answer these questions with conclusions that are both compelling and disturbing.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Emeritus Professor Roy Green, University of Technology Sydney\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDamien Cahill \u0026amp; Phillip Toner on Economic Reform\u003cbr\u003e\nElizabeth Hill \u0026amp; Matt Wade on Early Childhood Education And Care\u003cbr\u003e\nStephen Duckett on Private Health Insurance\u003cbr\u003e\nPhillip Toner on Vocational Education And Training\u003cbr\u003e\nJane Andrew \u0026amp; Max Baker on Prisons\u003cbr\u003e\nBob Davidson on Aged Care\u003cbr\u003e\nPaul Davies on Public Sector Engineering\u003cbr\u003e\nSue Olney \u0026amp; Wilma Gallet on Employment Services\u003cbr\u003e\nJohn Quiggin on Electricity\u003cbr\u003e\nJim Stanford on Labour Markets\u003cbr\u003e\nEvan Jones on Banking\u003cbr\u003e\nPeter Phibbs \u0026amp; Nicole Gurran on Housing\u003cbr\u003e\nLee Ridge on The NBN\u003cbr\u003e\nBen Spies-Butcher \u0026amp; Gareth Bryant on Universities\u003cbr\u003e\nMichael Beggs on Monetary Policy And Unemployment\u003cbr\u003e\nJohn Quiggin on Productivity\u003cbr\u003e\nPeter Brain on Orthodox Economic Models\u003cbr\u003e\nPatricia Ranald on Free Trade\u003cbr\u003e\nDavid Richardson on Foreign Investment\u003cbr\u003e\nFrank Stilwell on Inequality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355292422380,"sku":"9781760640385","price":75.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23790793482814.jpg?v=1744305332"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/phillip-toner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}