The Budget overview summarises the state’s economic and fiscal outlook, and the Victorian Government’s strategic priorities and objectives. The Strategy and outlook paper outlines the state's current and expected economic and financial performance and outlines the Government's fiscal and economic strategy. The Budget is focused on making life easier, safer and more affordable.

This report details findings from the Parenting Today survey, designed to provide a comprehensive national picture of parenting, wellbeing and support needs across Australia. It describes the prevalence and correlates of parent psychological distress. The report argues support for parent mental health must be considered a core component of prevention and early intervention efforts.

Immigration status is not recognised as a protected attribute under federal or state anti-discrimination law, with the Australian Capital Territory being the sole exception. Research shows that discrimination on the basis of immigration status is widespread. This brief analyses gaps in the current legal framework and sets out recommendations for reform.

By the Statewide Treaty Act 2025, the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria has become Gellung Warl, established by that Act to make representations to government and decisions on behalf of First Peoples in Victoria. The Treaty Authority Agreement establishes the Treaty Authority. The agreement has been amended to reflect what has been agreed in statewide...

A broad ranging review of the Victorian public sector and its operating environment with a focus on improving the delivery of core services and finding opportunities to create more budget capacity. It provides advice to the government on how to set up the budget process for the future, including an ongoing cycle of review to...