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Crime clouds business future

Rising crime is forcing some businesses to close and deterring new entrepreneurs, raising concerns that the economy could face slower growth, fewer jobs, and weaker community resilience. Dr Brianna Chesser, associate professor of criminology and justice at RMIT University, said the trend is reshaping the…

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