This research paper arises from a drive to understand more deeply the intersection of community influence and public decision-making, especially in the context of the increased visibility of engagement, on the one hand, and declining trust in government, on the other.

This is the second in a series of three reports that explore how science was mobilised in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The focus is on science for policy – research agenda setting, scientific advice and public communication and engagement.

This report will be of interest to energy practitioners and researchers conducting feasibility studies pertaining to microgrids and other emerging energy solutions, particularly those who are wishing to engage the community with more innovative ways of encouraging connection, buy in and co-design.

Social production is made up of unpaid contributions to society through activities such as volunteering, the education and care of children, building community infrastructure, or informal mentoring. This report shines a spotlight on the unseen value Australians contribute to national prosperity in terms of social production – value that traditionally lies outside of the boundary...

The objective of this audit was to examine the effectiveness of the Department of Home Affairs’ management of its public communications and media activities.