Combined, current state and territory emission reduction targets add up to 40-44%. If they are met, Australia's legislated national target will be achieved. By looking at the role of subnational governments in the global energy transition, this report draws attention to impactful policies leading emissions reductions and calls for greater coordination and support.

The Better and Fairer Schools (Funding and Reform) Bill amends the Australian Education Act 2013 to change the Commonwealth’s contribution to funding for government schools. It would increase Commonwealth contributions to government schools while also allowing that contribution to vary by state or territory.

This report enhances the Commission’s understanding of how Australia's national, state, territory and local governments engage in anti-racism work. It describes the nature and scope of their policies and programs over the past five years. It also helps to identify where the gaps are, and what can be done to address racism across all three...

The Victorian Labor Government acknowledged that it was time to rein in the Big Build during the release of the Victorian 2024-25 Budget. The authors argue that Victoria needs a new business model, focusing on completing its renewable energy transformation and on starting a new industry policy.

The Victorian Women's Health Services Network and Gender Equity Victoria have collaborated to produce this gender analysis of the Victorian State Budget for 2024-25. As leading organisations dedicated to advancing the health, wellbeing, and equality of all Victorian women, this report examines the budget through an intersectional gender lens, assessing its potential impact on creating...