In this project the authors developed, implemented and evaluated a Social Connection Toolkit that aims to assist Residential Aged Care (RAC) staff to discuss with residents, the kinds of social connection activities that will best meet their preferences. Implementing the Toolkit raised considerable issues in terms of organisational readiness, as well as issues about the...

The evaluation assesses how effectively the National Health and Medical Research Council’s (NHMRC) large‑scale priority‑driven grants foster national research collaboration. Using mixed methods, it found strong support for collaboration, with improved research outcomes. Key enablers and barriers were identified and 7 recommendations are proposed to strengthen future grant opportunities.

The report makes 30 recommendations to government concerning the implementation of cashless gaming in New South Wales, calling for the implementation of a mandatory statewide account-based gaming system by 2028. It proposes a phased implementation of reforms over 4-5 years with a focus on gambling harm minimisation and anti-money laundering measures.

This report details an evaluation of the Payment By Outcomes (PBO) trial – an initiative that trials outcomes-based funding for employment services that support people experiencing complex barriers to work. It highlights the significant impact of social enterprise employment on individuals facing complex barriers to work, the positive flow-on effects, and several transition to work...

This review sought to understand the evidence of programmes and policies to improve the outcomes of kinship carers and the children in their care. The review also explored carer and practitioner perspectives on how interventions can best serve them. Programmes specifically designed for kinship families show promise in helping to improve the lives of kinship...