This paper provides an overview of the operation of the Commonwealth of Australian Governments (COAG) and other aspects of intergovernmental relations in Australia. Summary In 2006, the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) adopted a new national reform agenda and established the COAG Reform Council, developments which were later used as a foundation for the first...

Introduction Every Federal election, The Climate Institute undertakes a qualitative assessment of the climate change policy position of political parties and independents represented in the Parliament. The Institute bases this assessment on our analysis of what is required for Australia to contribute to effective global climate change solutions and build a prosperous, resilient economy and...

This paper argues that the 2013-14 federal budget does not provide relief for consumers struggling with out-of-pocket health costs.

The old adage “the devil is in the details” is never more true than when it comes to the federal budget, writes Lesley Russel for APO.

The report provides a detailed examination of Australia's judicial review system, which is an important avenue of appeal for those affected by government decision making, and makes a number of recommendations aimed at improving its accessibility and efficiency. The Administrative Review Council has examined in detail the various aspects of the federal judicial review system...