The secret weapon Melbourne can use to ward off brain drain
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Melbourne's liveability is its secret weapon in the fight to attract more high-skilled workers and entrepreneurs, and keep them here while they build the industries of the future.
- Melbourne's liveability is a key factor in attracting and retaining high-skilled workers and entrepreneurs.
- Brain drain is a concern among industry leaders.
- Melbourne is competing with global hubs like Silicon Valley for talent.
- Computer scientist Dee Kulkarni had the option of accepting a job in Melbourne or other global hubs.
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- Melbourne may be able to attract and retain more high-skilled workers and entrepreneurs, reducing brain drain
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