Foreword: Online communities are increasingly being recognised as a way of sharing ideas and knowledge among different practitioner communities, particularly when practitioners are not able to meet face to face. This paper explores the considerations associated with establishing online communities for crime prevention practitioners, drawing on research from across the community of practice, online community...

This paper introduces a study into the costs of doing business in the dairy product manufacturing industry, and invites submissions from the public. Summary The Australian Government has asked the Commission to undertake a study into the costs of doing business in the dairy product manufacturing industry. (In the same terms of reference, the Commission...

This paper introduces a study into the cost structures of the retail trade industry, and invites the public to make submissions. Summary Within the broader context of the relative costs of doing business in Australia, the Australian Government has asked the Productivity Commission to undertake a study into the cost structures of the retail trade...

This paper outlines the development of a new science and technology (S&T) policy for national security, and invites submissions.

This report summarises an assessment of homeopathy undertaken by the National Health and Medical Research Council, including an overview of published systematic reviews, evaluation of information provided by interest groups and the public, and consideration of clinical practice guidelines and government reports on homeopathy published in other countries. Introduction: Purpose: This information paper provides an...