Economic development
Book
Large-scale mines and local-level politics: between New Caledonia and Papua New Guinea
The mutual isolation of Anglophone and Francophone scholars has formed a barrier to systematic comparison of the relationship between large-scale mines and local-level politics in Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia, despite their geographical proximity.
Report
From evidence to impact: development contributions of Australian aid funded research
Aiming to provide insight to funders and researchers on how to maximise development outcomes, this study investigated how development research funded through the Australian Development Research Awards Scheme (ADRAS) has influenced policy and practice.
Presentation
Private sector investment in the Pacific
This project analyses the drivers and barriers for private investment in the Pacific, exploring the possibilities and benefits of private investment, as well as the challenges it presents.
Discussion paper
An open and creative city: planning for culture and the night time economy
The City of Sydney has released this discussion paper, which proposes a long-term vision and details strategies for Sydney’s night time economy and cultural life.
Report
The potential benefits of reforming migration policies to address South Australia’s needs: report 3 policy solutions
This report highlights a range of potential changes to migration policy that would mean the system would better meet the needs of the South Australian economy and its businesses.