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Unchecked: strengthening safety measures for Victorian rental properties


This report finds that tenants are still at risk from faulty gas, electrical and smoke alarms despite stronger rules for mandatory safety checks in Victoria. The report calls for practical, low-cost reforms to strengthen renter safety and support compliance. It provides four recommendations.
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Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games: urban planning for a lasting legacy

Wenda Li, Abdulrazzaq Shaamala, Anne David, Ke Liu, Raveena Marasinghe, Sajani Senadheera, Sk Tahsin Hossain

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games present an opportunity to shape transformative urban development and deliver lasting social, environmental, and economic value. This report, framed through an urban planning lens, outlines a strategic framework with 30 actionable recommendations across five domains: infrastructure, society, environment, economy and governance.
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Watt benefits? Ensuring social equity in Australian electricity markets


Reaching net zero means nothing short of a complete overhaul of Australia's energy system. This report outlines ways governments, developers and the energy sector can ensure the energy transition is fair, supports the people and communities affected, and builds social licence for long-term success. It sets out three principles for an inclusive net zero economy.
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Towards net zero: building a legacy


As renewable sources now supply nearly 40% of Australia’s electricity, some regions are already deeply engaged in this transformation, while others are just beginning. This report analyses the factors that contribute to social licence for large-scale renewable energy projects including supportive regulatory frameworks, genuine community engagement and tangible local benefits.
Briefing paper

Australia’s path to green iron


Australia has long discussed developing a green iron industry. This briefing note proposes that if Australia aims to position itself as a global leader in the emerging green iron market, it must first assess whether it has the essential ingredients and whether it is on track to leverage its resources to meet long-term targets.