Injury prevention
Report
Concussions and repeated head trauma in contact sports
The purpose of this inquiry was to explore the current evidence and challenges regarding contact sport-related concussion and repeated head injuries, and consider measures to improve the identification and prevention of these injuries, as well as reduce their short and long-term impacts.
Report
Report of the Inquiry into the increase in Victoria’s road toll
Victoria has been a leader in road safety for many decades. It consistently performs better than other states and territories. This report examines the state government's approach towards improving road safety in Victoria.
Report
Improving road safety in Australia
This inquiry was established to inquire into and report on the steps that can be taken to reduce Australia's road accident rates, and investigate the impact of trauma and death on our roads.
Policy report
Better than cure: injury prevention policy
Although the United Kingdom has been a world leader in injury prevention policy, austerity and a lack of strategy have hampered further improvement. This report argues that the goal of injury prevention policy should not be to engender a risk-averse society, but quite the opposite – to empower and give confidence to people in the...
Report
Safety on Victoria's roads—regional road barriers
This audit examines whether Victoria’s regional road barriers program has met its intended safety outcomes.