This report addresses the increasing strategic risks and geopolitical tensions surrounding the Taiwan Strait, which have direct and significant implications for Australia’s national security, economic stability and social cohesion. The Taiwan Strait is no longer a remote concern; it sits at the heart of Australia’s strategic conversations about its future in the Indo-Pacific region.

This report analyses Australia and Indonesia's defence and wider security partnership, identifying several areas where the countries should productively concentrate their efforts in the coming years. The Australia–Indonesia Defence Cooperation Agreement provides useful avenues to expand the defence relationship at a time when Indonesia finds itself courted by other countries that don’t share Australia’s security...

One year on from the United Kingdom Southport riots – fuelled by social media – this briefing includes policy recommendations for information critical incidents in both election and non-election contexts. It outlines key findings and sets out recommendations for government, the communications regulator and social media platforms, aimed at strengthening the performance of content moderation...

This research looks at public health responses to homelessness during the COVID emergency in Australia. It identifies barriers, adaptations and lessons learned from increased teamwork between public health and homelessness sectors. It investigates how these partnerships formed and how they can continue with ongoing adequate funding, staffing and logistical support.

Crises are among the greatest challenges a minister will face while in office. However, ministers often struggle to find the time to reflect on how they respond to them effectively. This report sets out the key leadership roles ministers play during a crisis, and what they can do to prepare for, and learn from, crises.