Part 4/10:
The Broader Context of Justice and Compensation
Fulbig’s case has reignited debates on how governments compensate the wrongfully accused. The amount paid reflects societal values surrounding justice, but critics argue it often fails to match the personal and financial devastation faced by individuals — especially in cases of wrongful conviction and miscarriage of justice.
Melbourne’s Office Vacancy Crisis: A Reflection of Economic and Political Struggles
Switching gears, the panel examined Melbourne’s alarming office vacancy rate, which now stands at nearly 18%, the highest nationwide. Before the pandemic, that figure was only about 3.4%, indicating a dramatic shift in the city’s commercial real estate landscape.