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Discussion paper

Gun control in Australia


Despite significant reforms following the 1996 Port Arthur Massacre, gun ownership in Australia has risen by 25%. This paper identifies inconsistencies in state regulations while highlighting strong public support for stricter controls. It argues for a unified national approach to regulation, data collection and addressing emerging threats like 3D-printed firearms.
Policy report

Power games - assessing coal to nuclear proposals in Australia: cost, timing, consent and other constraints


Proposals to introduce nuclear power to Australia need to be seen against the backdrop of the massive cost overruns that have plagued reactor construction projects over the past decade This report examines the impracticality of plans to introduce nuclear power to Australia in a timeframe commensurate with climate goals and the closure of most or...
Report

Resilient institutions: learning from Canada’s COVID-19 pandemic


This report calls on the federal government to appoint an expert panel to lead a comprehensive pan-Canadian examination into how public institutions performed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Report

Final report of the Independent Review of the National Partnership Agreement on Land Transport Infrastructure Projects


This review report makes recommendations for how the new Land Transport Federation Funding Agreement should be structured to better support the Australian Government to deliver on its infrastructure investment priorities and objectives.
Report

Building whole-of-nation statecraft: how Australia can better leverage subnational diplomacy in the US alliance


In an age of continuous and concurrent crises, national resilience and preparedness are increasingly crucial for nations such as Australia and the United States. This report argues the Australian government should better leverage the opportunities and mitigate the vulnerabilities of subnational diplomacy (the engagement of state and local actors in foreign policy).