One of the critical requirements for our election to government will be the support of business, and in particular, the big end of town.
To be honest, Labor's relationship with business in the past has ebbed and flowed more on personal relationships rather than formal engagement.
We recognise this potential weakness and that is why we have asked Rod Eddington to head up a Council of Business Advisers to help bridge the gap between business and government.
For too long, the Howard government has relied on a "whisper and nod" approach linking business and policy. Rod will bring his vast experience with British Airlines, News Limited and Rio Tinto to drive a new dialogue between business and government.
We intend to engage business directly through this forum and with Rod's help, bring about a transformational approach to policy engagement and economic reform.
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