As the Albanese Labor Government nears the end of its first term in office, this brief provides a broad assessment of its employment record and where applicable, compares it with historical government performance. The brief finds that the Government has overseen the most sustained period of low unemployment in recent Australian history.

An investigation into capability, planning and management shortfalls in Commonwealth entities entering into external information technology (IT) contracts. The report finds such shortfalls lead to poor results as well as poor value for money for the taxpayer, and makes three recommendations to improve and build capacity for future IT procurement.

Australia does not currently protect a right to housing as a human right. This report shows the difference an Australian Human Rights Act can make by placing the right to housing at the heart of government laws, policies and services. It outlines common misperceptions on what a right to housing entitles people to, Australia's existing...

The guide provides information to assist Australian Public Service (APS) policymakers developing a Cabinet submission or new policy proposal in fulfilling gender analysis requirements set by government. It is divided into four parts to assist policymakers to better understand what gender analysis and gender impact assessment entails, and to align policy development with the Australian...

The rental crisis is now of national scale and of national importance. While state governments have most oversight of rental markets, there are practical ways the Commonwealth can assist in making renting easier and fairer for all Australians. This report explores five proposals to take pressure off renters.