By Nasik Swami The 2023–24 national budget forecasts a huge South Australian brain drain, with 12,200 people predicted to leave the state over the next four years. South Australian shadow minister for finance and tax reform, Heidi Girolamo, says this is “alarming” as the state is already struggling to attract skilled workers. “This is a huge blow for the industry as the state prepares for AUKUS (trilateral security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States),” Ms Girolamo said. She said the Liberal Party has been calling for a skills and workforce strategy for months now, but the government seems to be sitting on its hands. Ms Girolamo said this would put enormous pressure on South Australian businesses, particularly those in smaller towns that are already going through tough times. “My advice for small businesses would be to assess all your outgoings and understand where your money is […]