This report provides an overall examination of the budget ? including initiatives in media and communications and in the arts ? and detailed analysis in selected areas. The briefs are organised according to the subject matter discussed and the perspective adopted in the analysis. The opening feature article in the economic issues section provides a...

This discussion paper looks at how individuals, businesses, communities and partnerships must be involved to lift Indigenous employment rates. It builds on the principle that improved universal employment services and training places are essential for sustained economic development. The paper also looks at how employers of Indigenous workers can be better supported, building on the...

This discussion paper is part of a federal government review of employment services, including the Job Network and Disability Employment Network.

Many important diseases of pulses can be seed-borne. Pulse growers can minimize losses from these diseases by using high quality seed. Seed testing is required to establish whether seed is infected. Seed health tests are currently available to detect the most important seed-borne pathogens of pulses. Only seed that is pathogen-free should be used for...

Following on from its election commitment to ensure preschool access for four-year-old children, the Australian Government is proceeding with its plans to provide access to ‘universal’ preschool education. This commitment is supported by an overwhelming body of evidence attesting to the efficacy of early childhood education for school and later life outcomes, as well as...