This Australian study explores the use of sexual violence victims’ private records in criminal prosecutions and how independent legal representation – a dedicated lawyer for victims – can protect victims’ private records. The findings provide insight into how victims’ private records are used in court and the effects this has on victims.

This report explores the current and emerging legislative and regulatory frameworks for data privacy in Australia, and how pending reforms might affect universities and the governance of student equity data. It makes a range of recommendations to improve practice in this area.

In 2025, the Australian Parliament introduced a new statutory tort enabling individuals to sue for serious invasions of privacy. This paper contextualises the operation of the new statutory tort. It explains the different dimensions of privacy, outlines the limits of existing common law and statutory protections, and presents the new tort’s elements, defences, remedies and...

This research explores how property technology (PropTech) is used in Australia’s private and social rental sectors to collect and process applicant and tenant personal information. It examines the implications of this for individuals and housing access, and whether existing policy and legal frameworks are fit-for-purpose.

Data and digital technologies are the modern engines of economic growth. Australia needs to harness the consumer and productivity benefits of data and digital technology while managing and mitigating any downside risks. There is a role for government in setting the rules of the game to foster innovation and ensure that Australians reap the benefits...