This paper argues that the current housing systems prioritises the needs of investment funds and construction companies over the people and planet, and sets out a plan for the rethinking of housing as a common good.

The Australian government is developing an Electricity and Energy Sector Plan. The government is inviting views on aspects of the energy transformation that represent the most material challenges and opportunities for the energy sector. These issues are outlined in this discussion paper.

The NSW Government has established an Independent Toll Review to identify reform options to overhaul the road toll system in New South Wales. The reviewers are inviting feedback and commentary on this interim report, which presents the culmination of work to date with initial findings and recommendations for toll reform.

Looking at data on housing affordability measures for Canterbury and its earthquake recovery experience, this paper discusses the factors contributing to Canterbury’s improved housing availability and affordability despite the significant housing destruction during the 2011 earthquake and identifies key takeaways for policy-makers.

This survey, conducted by ACOSS in partnership with First Nations Clean Energy Network, of 1,007 people across Australia, found 80 per cent of people were living in homes that are too hot in summer.