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Beyond the Airports Act: Investigating the Privatisation of Airports by Local Governments in Regional Australia

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  • Linda Wasiela
  • Michael B. Charles
  • David Noble

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Costs associated with running local airports are spurring some local governments to pursue alternative governance arrangements. Some regional councils are considering privatisation, with four having already gone down this path. Although some of these arrangements broadly follow those specified by the Airports Act 1996, other arrangements have led to fragmented processes and reduced public engagement in local communities. The study reveals that, while long‐term leasing aims to alleviate the council's financial burden, it can negatively impact the broader public interest. The findings suggest the need for more transparent and adaptable governance models to ensure that regional airports serve both commercial interests and public needs.

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  • Linda Wasiela & Michael B. Charles & David Noble, 2024. "Beyond the Airports Act: Investigating the Privatisation of Airports by Local Governments in Regional Australia," Economic Papers, The Economic Society of Australia, vol. 43(4), pages 324-341, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:econpa:v:43:y:2024:i:4:p:324-341
    DOI: 10.1111/1759-3441.12428
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