This report shows how news consumption and trust in Australia are shaped by crises and politics. Interest has rebounded, especially among young people and women. Despite high avoidance, audiences rely on trusted sources over social media and artificial intelligence. Younger users favour relatable formats and creators, challenging news organisations to adapt to evolving habits and...

This submission addresses draft Australian legislation establishing a News Bargaining Incentive, prepared by University of Canberra and RMIT researchers. Drawing on extensive regional interviews, national surveys, and stakeholder engagement, it proposes five recommendations: include AI platforms, strengthen incentives for smaller publishers, raise agreement thresholds, require multi-year deals, and enhance transparency to support public interest journalism.

This submission responds to the News Bargaining Incentive Revenue Distribution—Statutory Payment Scheme. Informed by regional interviews, surveys, and stakeholder engagement, it offers seven recommendations: strengthen eligibility, support workforce sustainability, improve funding allocation, broaden journalism roles, establish evaluation mechanisms, reduce regulatory burden for small publishers, and ensure transparency and accountability.

This report presents findings from a study of South Australian musicians working in education. It provides new evidence on incomes, career pathways, portfolio work, schooling, and industry links, and introduces the concept of ‘twin sustainabilities’, showing music teaching supports viable careers while also sustaining the future of the music industry.

This briefing paper presents findings from a study of South Australian musicians working in education. It provides new evidence on incomes, career pathways, portfolio work, schooling, and industry links, and introduces the concept of ‘twin sustainabilities’, showing music teaching supports viable careers while also sustaining the future of the music industry.