Young Economists South Australia

The Women in Economics Network (WEN) and the Young Economists Network (YEN) are both sub-networks of the Economics Society of Australia, the peak body representing Australian economists.

Each year, WEN runs a mentoring program. This program pairs aspiring women economists with experienced women economists, to provide mentoring and guidance as you navigate your economics studies and the workforce. To apply, please complete the application form here: https://forms.gle/dJhwJrGwuUFmQZ5u5


Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please don't hesitate to contact the WEN SA Director of Mentorship program, Dr Laura Hodgson, at [email protected]. Successful applicants will be notified by Friday 25 July.

The Economics Society SA, Women in Economics Network SA and Young Economists Network SA are holding an end-of-year celebration on December 7. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with colleagues in economics and policy and hear from David Reynolds from the South Australian Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) on Commonwealth-State relations. More details, including how to register (hint: it's free for members), at the link.

End of year celebration, including AGM - 2021 and a talk by State Under-Treasurer (South Australia) End of year celebration, including AGM - 2021 and a talk by State Under-Treasurer (South Australia) ESA - SA Branch

The application of economic theory and techniques differs greatly between Economist roles. The Young Economists QLD aim to provide a greater understanding into how economics is applied in practice within the public and private sector, as part of a two-part webinar series.

The second webinar in the series will cover Applied Economics in the Private Sector, where we will have Economists from Accenture, AEC Group and Blueprint Institute present case studies on how they have used economics in practice.

When: 5:00pm – 6:30pm, Wednesday 29th September 2021. Question time will follow the presentations.

"Applied Economics in the Private Sector" – Young Economist’s QLD Online Event - ONLINE ONLY The application of economic theory and techniques differs greatly between Economist roles. The Young Economists QLD aim to provide a greater understanding into how economics is applied in practice within the public and private sector, as part of a two-part webinar series.

Young Economists Network Debate

Following on from the ESA webinar 'Housing Affordability- Is the Great Australian Dream Out of Reach for Today's Young', the 2021 National Online Young Economist Network (YEN) Debate is scheduled to take place from 6pm AEST on Thursday, September 16th with the Debate topic focusing on the key question of:

'Given the better than expected economic recovery within the Australia housing sector in recent months, should the Federal Government look to implement measures (including those of a policy, regulatory, etc. nature) to lower the volume of new investment housing loans/credit to help improve housing affordability and assist in the achievement of more equitable housing and overall economic outcomes?'

So please join us for this free online event where 2020 Young Economist of the Year Professor Markus Brueckner and Qld YEN President Grace Houlihan will lead opposing Teams of young economist debate speakers from across Australia who will present their respective arguments on this pertinent issue facing many young people nationally.

The Debate will be moderated by Professor Michael McLure and there will be a quick online poll conducted at the end of the Debate to help determine the winning Debate Team.

Details

When: Thursday 16 September 2021
Time: From 6.00pm until 7.00pm AEST
Where: Online via Zoom - register below
Cost: Free of Charge

The Teams

2021 Debate Moderator: Professor Michael McLure (University of WA Economics Professor)

TEAM A: Arguing in the Affirmative (i.e. arguing in support of implementing Federal Govt. measures to curb new investment housing loans/credit)

- Team A Captain: Grace Houlihan (Qld YEN President & Economist, Qld Treasury)
- Vic Debate Speaker: Charles Cloverdale (Senior Manager Advisory & Investments, Sayers Group)
- ACT Debate Speaker: Lachlan McCall (Economist, Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade)
- Tas Debate Speaker: Himaushu Hardikar (Honours Student,University of Tasmania)



TEAM B: Arguing in the Negative (i.e. arguing against the implementation of Fed Govt. measures to curb new investment housing loans/credit)

- Team B Captain: Markus Brueckner (ANU Professor & 2020 Young Economist of the Year)
- WA Debate Speaker: Loveth Ochayi (Consultant, Nous Group)
- Vic Debate Speaker: Mingji Liu (Senior Economic Consultant, CSIRO)
- NSW Debate Speaker: Derrick Fang (Infrastructure Advisory Consultant, Ernst & Young)

Young Economists Network - Debate - ONLINE ONLY Young Economists Network - Debate - ONLINE ONLY ESA - Central Council

RBA Governor’s Address

Originally planned as a sit-down lunch in Queensland, the recent COVID restrictions has forced this event to move online. As such, the Economic Society of Australia is able to offer this as a national event.

The webinar will address recent developments in the economy. There are a lot of interesting issues to cover! The address will be followed by a Q&A session.

Date: Thursday, 8 July 2021
Time: 12,30pm until 1.30pm AEST
Location: Online only - register below
Pricing: Free

National Webinar with Mr Philip Lowe, Governor, RBA - ONLINE ONLY National Webinar with Mr Philip Lowe, Governor, RBA - ONLINE ONLY ESA - Central Council

Water Economics, Corruption and the MDB | Prof Sarah Wheeler

Professor Sarah Wheeler will discuss water distribution in the Murray Darling Basin and how the economic and political interests intersect with what should be first and foremost an environmental concern.

Sarah Wheeler is a Professor of Water Economics at the University of Adelaide and is the immediate past President for the Australasian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society (AARES).

Monday 23 August 2021
Times for Australian participants:
7:30pm - 9:00pm AEST (Eastern states)
7:00pm - 8:30pm ACST (SA & NT)
5:30pm - 7:00pm AWST (WA)

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=771062&

Water Economics, Corruption and the MDB | Prof Sarah Wheeler Professor Sarah Wheeler will discuss water distribution in the Murray Darling Basin and how the economic and political interests intersect with what should be first and foremost an environmental concern. Sarah Wheeler is a Professor of Water Economics at the University of Adelaide and is the immedia...

MMT and the Australian Political Landscape | Lachlan McCall

Lachlan is an economist and unionist. He has worked in the fields of industry policy, electricity markets and microeconomic reform.

He is President of the Young Economists network at the Economics Society of Australia ACT and convener of the ACT Fabian Society. He holds a BA and Master of International Relations and is currently studying a Master of International and Development Economics at the Australian National University.

Monday 5 July 2021
Times for Australian participants:
7:30pm - 9:00pm AEST (Eastern states)
7:00pm - 8:30pm ACST (SA & NT)
5:30pm - 7:00pm AWST (WA)

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=771031&

Are you a PhD student in economics or finance? Would you like to share your research with top policymakers? Enter now for the unique opportunity to attend the ECB Forum on Central Banking on 28-29 September 2021 and the chance to win €10,000.

Young economists' competition The European Central Bank (ECB) is the central bank of the 19 European Union countries which have adopted the euro. Our main task is to maintain price stability in the euro area and so preserve the purchasing power of the single currency.