This report examines funding and resourcing for the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation. The report sets out how, CSIRO’s research, including in partnership with industry, helps foster innovation and technological advancement. It makes recommendations in relation to the management and impact of recent and proposed job losses and program cuts.

This is the final report in investigating options for improving consumer experiences, choice, and outcomes in Australia’s retirement system. This report focuses on the adequacy of responses to questions on notice provided by the Super Members Council, Cbus Super and HESTA and the difficulties the committee faced in trying to complete its inquiries due to...

This report details an inquiry investigating the role of Australia's 'big box' retailers and large format retailers in price setting. The inquiry received 19 submissions but was unable to hold public hearings before the 2025 Federal election was called and has therefore made no findings or recommendations.

Despite the significant opportunities attributed to residential electrification, many Australians face barriers to electrifying their homes. This report sets out the opportunities and barriers for consumers, discusses the impacts of appliance standards and building design issues, and looks at the impacts of electrification on the energy grid. It provides four recommendations.

This interim report focuses on governance arrangements for superannuation funds with reference to improving consumer experiences, choice and outcomes in Australia’s retirement system. The report provides findings on the independence and competency of superannuation trustee boards and governance standards and provides seven recommendations.