On this episode, we speak to Peter Siminski, professor of economics at the University of Technology Sydney, about income mobility in Australia.

Plus, Nicole speaks to former New South Wales Premier and Foreign Affairs Minister, Bob Carrabout the importance of equality of opportunities in Australia.

Further Reading:

• Household Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey
• Bob Carr’s new book Run For Your Life is available in bookstores now. All proceeds go to UNHCR to children displaced by the Syrian War.
• Professor James Heckman on the ‘ returns on early childhood education’
• More information on Peter Siminski’s research can be found on the UTS website