In 2025, the Australian Government committed to establishing a Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve (CMSR) to maximise the strategic value of Australia’s critical minerals. This paper sets out an industry-informed perspective on how to implement the Government’s Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve.

The 2025-26 Tasmanian budget forecast a significant increase in the state’s debt. This is despite the fact that the state will generate increased revenues. The cost of the yet-to-be-built Macquarie Point Stadium has become a lightning rod for debate about the state government’s priorities. This paper outlines how the state could increase revenue.

This review of the Workers’ Compensation (Dust Diseases) Scheme focused on support for younger workers within the scheme and the risk factors and safety measures related to dust exposure in the tunnelling and quarrying industries in New South Wales.

Australia stands on the precipice of a $400 billion annual export opportunity but market failures are holding back investment in green iron production. This report presents modelling showing how green iron can compete with fossil fuel based iron production and makes recommendations for policy changes.

Critical minerals have become a major focus in global policy and trade discussions. This outlook includes a detailed assessment of the latest market and investment trends, along with their implications for critical minerals security. It provides a snapshot of recent industry developments and offers projections for the supply and demand of key energy minerals. It...