Australia’s economy has enjoyed considerable success in recent decades, reflecting strong macroeconomic policy, structural reform and the long commodity boom. Living standards and well-being are generally high, though challenges remain in gender gaps and in greenhouse-gas emissions, and further challenges arise from population ageing.

This year’s CEDA Economic and Political Overview (EPO) is such an important document for political decision-makers and the business community. It again delivers reasoned analysis of the possible economic and political headwinds on the horizon and trends and projections. It goes without saying that the political and economic consequences from 2016 will be felt throughout...

Innovation and Science Australia has released the Performance Review of the Australian Innovation, Science and Research System 2016. The review examines the system's strengths and weaknesses and establishes a performance scorecard for tracking progress into the future. Whilst Australia enjoys an enviable level of broad-based prosperity, the review suggests the nation must invest wisely in...

Data contained in these charts are primarily based on information published in the 2016–17 MYEFO, as well as the 2016–17 Budget, the 2015–16 Final Budget Outcome and government agency annual reports. Where applicable, additional information provided by agencies has supplemented the publicly available information. At the aggregate level the underlying cash balance, total receipts, and...

This report highlights the most significant long-term risks worldwide, drawing on the perspectives of experts and global decision-makers.