The National Gambling Toll calculates the financial losses of Australia’s addiction to gambling. Between March 2025 and March 2026, Australians lost $36 billion to gambling. On a per person basis, Australians lose more money to gambling than any other country. This paper finds that without comprehensive reform, this toll will only continue to grow.

This report draws on the voices of workers to explore how age shapes their experiences of both inclusion and exclusion at work. The research examines how age-based assumptions influence workplace experiences across all life stages. It finds age-based discrimination is widespread but under-reported. The report outlines practical actions employers can take to build age-inclusive workplaces.

This report presents key findings on experiences and outcomes for people with disability in various areas of life. It includes detailed information on the disability population in Australia, the characteristics of disability and health of people with disability.

This audit was conducted to assess if departments produce evidence to show that early intervention initiatives improve outcomes, reduce service demand and deliver the savings used to make budget reductions. The audit found improvements could be made in this area to better support government decision-making.

The survey explores people’s perceptions of different public institutions in their country and the degree to which they trust their government. It showcases evidence on people’s experiences with and expectations of government reliability, responsiveness, fairness, integrity and openness. This country note finds that Australia recorded an increase in trust in the federal government between 2021...