This paper examines the quality and inter-temporal comparability of ABS income distribution survey data by comparing aggregates derived from the surveys to external data such as population estimates, labour force data and the National Accounts. Issues discussed include mis-reporting of income, and differences in scope, weighting procedures, definitions and collection methodology. The analysis suggests that...

This paper presents the research plan for a project that will examine these questions focusing on working age income support recipients and other members of the low-income population across Australia.

Bruce Bradbury examines indexation and demand adjustment for Commonwealth funding to the States/Territories via the Commonwealth State Disability Agreement (CSDA), which covers funding of accommodation and support services for people with a disability. The report examines the adjustments in funding that would be required to take account of both changes in the cost of services...

This report has been prepared for the Department of Family and Community Services to provide background analysis for the assessment of policy options to encourage employment and self-sufficiency among the older workforce (those aged 50 to retirement age). The main focus is on labour supply issues - with a particular focus on the household situation...

What is the extent of the relationship between disability and socio-economic disadvantage? What are the implications of this relationship for estimates of the prevalence of disability in the regions of Victoria, and hence for the funding decisions of the Department of Human Services? These are the primary concerns of this report prepared for the Victorian...