Matthew Guy promises Melbourne skyscraper ‘resurgence’

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By Leith van Onselen

When he was planning minister in the former government, Liberal leader Matthew Guy was known as “Mr Skyscraper” for vowing to position Melbourne as the tallest skyline in Australia:

“Melbourne’s skyline will continue to dramatically change, compared to other cities . . . it will certainly consolidate its position as the tallest skyline in Australia,” Mr Guy told The Australian Financial Review.

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About the author
Leith van Onselen is Chief Economist at the MB Fund and MB Super. He is also a co-founder of MacroBusiness. Leith has previously worked at the Australian Treasury, Victorian Treasury and Goldman Sachs.