Communications
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Report
Electric shock! Australia’s light-bulb moment
Renewable electricity generation has quadrupled in the past decade and is set to double in the next. Renewables like rooftop solar, grid-scale wind and solar, and advanced storage now provide around 40% of the electricity in the main grid. However, this research found a significant gap between what’s happening in the renewables space and what...
Report
Review of options to support the independence of the national broadcasters
This paper summarises issues raised during public consultation on future funding and governance for the national broadcasters, along with the government response. It considers how best to support the stability and independence of the national broadcasters while guarding against political interference.
Report
Local news coverage of Victorian council elections 2024
A study of news media coverage of nine Victorian councils before and during the 2024 Victorian local government elections. It suggests that the editorial interest in and capacity to produce independent coverage of council elections remains high.
Policy
News Media Assistance Program: Government’s role in news and journalism
Journalism is facing systemic pressures that threaten Australians’ access to quality, public interest reporting. This policy framework identifies the Australian Government’s policy objectives for news and journalism. It outlines the role of government, public policy objectives, principles for policy design and implementation, and the development of policy measures.
Report
EAST: four simple ways to apply behavioural insights
A simple guide for influencing behaviour in public policy. This resource helps policymakers apply behavioural insights effectively, emphasising the importance of context and tailored approaches to address diverse policy challenges.