Drought and the Australian Economy-

Drought and the Australian Economy-2002/03 Introduction Australia's economic performance was mixed during the drought. Some parts of the economy expanded due to the competitive Australian dollar and other parts where effected due to the severe drought and other world issues including; SARS, terrorism uncertainties and tourism down turn. The following are some negative and positive effects on the Australian economy during the recent drought period. Negative Effects  Grain production was reduced by 40% compared to 2002 …

…objective during the drought period was to achieve a balance over the economic cycle. Australia's credibility was enhanced through the charter of budget honesty legislation in 1998. The charter provided framework for the conduct of sound financial management with the government fiscal policy. Australia's structural reforms have vastly improved productivity and the ability of Australian exporters to adapt to change. The above shows the ability of the Market economic system to react quickly to sudden changes.