This report estimates the economic contribution of the Great Barrier Reef in 2023–24 and estimates the future economic dividend to the Great Barrier Reef region from limiting climate change and adaptation actions. It values the reef at $95 billion across economic, social and cultural dimensions; contributing $9 billion to Australia’s economy each year.

The review explores the role and value of design in the United Kingdom public sector. It brings together insights from across the public sector, design community and academia to explore how policies and services can be designed that are not only more effective, but more human. The review is comprised of a brief guide and...

This report illustrates the substantial direct costs governments incur by failing to address the root causes of social and environmental issues. The report uses three examples – childhood poverty, preventable disease and chemical contamination – to illustrate the extent of avoidable spending, and make the fiscal case for tackling issues as early as possible.

An audit conducted to assess if the Victorian public service gets value for money when it uses contractors and consultants. It found procurement and reporting processes comply with requirements, but public transparency about spending could be improved. The three departments looked at in detail could not always demonstrate value for money. The report made three...

This paper sets out a progressive alternative to DOGE, the US Department of Government Efficiency. It makes the case for a department organised around intelligence, linking multiple tiers of government, and a movement. The paper suggests what is to be done, how it should be done, what principles should be used, and what structures work...