This discussion paper examines the state of play in aged care reform in Australia: achievements and challenges. It outlines the background and context; what has been achieved and what challenges have emerged; reform measures still in progress; and key strategic observations, questions and issues for ongoing reform. The recommendations aim to generate further consideration.

South Australian public libraries are now vital community hubs, expanding staff roles to include social work, digital aid and crisis response. This challenging shift causes staff stress and burnout due to inadequate support. The report advocates for better funding and workforce strategies, offering recommendations to the state government and local councils.

The report offers evidence-based insights into Australia’s evolving workforce. It explores how productivity and participation are shaped by shifting skill demands, technological change and structural barriers, identifying where better alignment between education, migration and workforce planning can deliver stronger, fairer outcomes. The report highlights five recommendations aimed at enhancing individual employment and skills outcomes.

This policy brief highlights the significant health disparities experienced by people living outside metropolitan Adelaide. It identifies the drivers of these health inequities and calls for sustained investment in regional infrastructure, workforce planning and community health models that address the social determinants of health and ensure equitable access to care for all South Australians.

This insights report outlines recent trends, highlights key drivers of future need, and presents ideas and discussion around what is needed to develop a future-fit Victorian local government workforce. It delivers six recommendations for the Victorian local government sector to consider in meeting the challenges of the future with a fit-for-purpose workforce.