Australia’s long view

Australia was notable for upping its exports during the harsh economic recession, but its ports have been caught in the relentless drive for size – including the need to build out further and dredge deeper.

Australia’s ecosystem is a little more fragile than its economy appears to be. Photo: T Hudson

Australia was notable for upping its exports during the harsh economic recession, but its ports have been caught in the relentless drive for size - including the need to build out further and dredge deeper.