Natural disasters have profound repercussions on various societal aspects globally, affecting social dynamics, health outcomes, and economic stability. This study broadens the scope of investigation to encompass the influence of natural disasters on the demand for health insurance.

This strategy document presents a blueprint for transforming Australia’s social science research infrastructure over the coming decade, so it can effectively support researchers working at the forefront of their fields and equip the social sciences to address Australia’s most pressing and evolving societal challenges.

Report 21 analysed sampling of Australia’s drug consumption from a full year, August 2022 to August 2023. This occurred across capital city and regional sites, covering 57% of the population.

The Global Policing Database is a searchable, web-based global repository of police and policing intervention research conducted since 1950.

Report 20 covered sampling in April and June 2023. A population of about 14 million Australians, equating to approximately 55% of our country’s population was sampled.