This paper argues that urgent reform of the defence sector is needed in order for the Australian Defence Force to meet the challenges of a deteriorating strategic environment. It calls for reform of Defence's procurement systems to reduce Australia's dependence on large, foreign-owned contractors and invest in a more varied, local and responsive supply chain.

This report details a performance audit of the Aboriginal Procurement Policy introduced by the Western Australian Government in 2018. It concludes the policy has been partially effective in providing opportunities for Aboriginal businesses but the impact is uneven across industries. The report makes recommendations for contracting agencies to improve their engagement with Aboriginal businesses.

This is the final report on an inquiry into recent allegations of and responses to misconduct in the Australian operations of the major accounting, audit and consultancy firms (including but not exclusive to the ‘Big Four’).

This performance audit report examines the Australian Passport Office's compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules, finding procurement was not sufficiently open, accountable or transparent and fell short of ethical standards. The report makes seven recommendations to improve processes and strengthen oversight.

The Australian small businesses community is under pressure from rising costs, putting its significant contribution to the economy at risk. This report brings together research from various sources to examine the challenges and pressures facing the sector, providing detailed insights and proposed interventions across key areas including energy, workforce and cyber security.