Some Issues for South Australia Small, Regional Economy: 1.67 million people Smaller than Western Sydney or Brisbane Irrelevant nationally, Federal Focus elsewhere Population older & ageing faster, sicker, less educated – Housing, retail, tax base, attitudes, national representation No Exports, No growth Industry structure still adapting from 1960s, skills shortages High $A, More international competition Restricted public finances Low per capita income, slower population growth Large Public Sector, High Deficits & Growing Debt Likely less support from Federal Govt Don't criticise the Government
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