This report examines the capability of Australia’s science system, its ability to compete and collaborate globally, and its contribution to the nation’s economy, security, health and quality of life. An investigation of scientific capability needs by 2035 found Australia has gaps – in workforce, infrastructure and coordination – that will cripple its ability to meet...

Australia needs to modernise its health and care system to make it more sustainable, reduce cost pressures by embracing technology, lift productivity and deliver higher standards of care for all generations, according to this report. The report provides a blueprint outlining the essential steps to be taken now to ensure a healthier, more productive nation.

This policy brief provides policymakers with guidance on how to build, strengthen and support the primary prevention workforce – whose roles contribute to the primary prevention of violence against women – in Australia. It outlines the short and long-term benefits of investing in this workforce and identifies opportunities for Australian Commonwealth, state and territory governments.

Infrastructure and buildings are responsible for almost a third of Australia’s emissions. This report sets out a plan to overcome worker shortages that are holding Australia back from decarbonising infrastructure projects. It identifies the make-up of the workforce that can decarbonise infrastructure projects, while pinpointing four recommendations to help it upskill and grow.

This report reveals that the Australian retail industry is under pressure with unacceptable psychosocial risks. Based on a survey of more than 11,000 retail workers across nine sectors, it found that inadequate staffing was the number one hazard across the sector. The report proposes a 5-point plan for promoting psychosocial safety.