This paper summarises a virtual policy forum with Commonwealth government policymakers and disability representative organisations. It outlines opportunities for disability reforms in three categories: whole-of-government, health system, and cross-sectoral disability and health systems.

The findings in this report suggest that the close proximity of gambling venues to people’s homes increases financial hardship and mental health problems, particularly for socio-economically vulnerable populations. This evidence may be useful for state and local governments with their decisions to approve future gaming licence applications.

One important way Australians with disability are supported to find and retain a job is through a Disability Employment Service (DES). By tracking employment outcomes, month by month, through the pandemic, this report assesses how people with disability who use DESs were faring this year during COVID-19.