This report argues that Australians are using less power but paying more for it, with potentially highly damaging consequences for the electricity system. Overview Electricity use in Australia is falling. From the 1960s to the end of the 20th century, electricity consumption increased at an average annual rate of six per cent. Investment in power...

This report argues that Australia has a long way to go before consumers pay fair prices for pharmaceuticals. Overview Grattan Institute’s March 2013 report, Australia’s bad drug deal, showed that Australians paid more than $1 billion a year too much for prescription drugs. The problem is how the government sets prices. Vested interests are involved...

This report argues that a reform package could add about $37 billion a year to Australian government budgets and help to tackle Australia’s growing budget crisis. Overview Australian governments must make tough choices to balance their budgets. They face a decade of deficits, the result of big ticket spending initiatives, rising health costs, pressure on...

This report argues that government tax and welfare policies, by favouring homeowners and property investors over people who rent, are increasing the divide between Australians who own housing and those who do not. Overview Housing policy in Australia is overdue for a major renovation. Government tax and welfare policies, by favouring home owners and property...

Shortages of GP services have a big impact. When people can't see a GP, they get sick with conditions that could be prevented. This is costly for the health system and for individuals.