The concept of working from home (WFH) has been around for many years, but the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 forced a dramatic change in workplaces. This paper examines the concept of WFH, its recent rapid uptake and key issues surrounding the Victorian government’s proposal to legislate a right to WFH in 2026.

This report seeks to analyse the viability of introducing a federal whistleblower reward scheme in Australia. It outlines options for establishing a distinctly Australian whistleblower rewards scheme, drawing on international examples. The report considers the benefits of a scheme, the two main reward scheme models and areas of focus for policymaking.

Political deepfakes are AI-generated digital content that depict a politician doing or saying something they did not do or say. This paper outlines the potential adverse impacts of political deepfakes, summarises New South Wales reforms, and examines legislative developments in other jurisdictions. It also discusses other measures that can be used to combat political deepfakes.

A final report on the review of criminal defences in the Criminal Code in Queensland. It examined self-defence, provocation to assault, killing on provocation, killing for preservation in an abusive domestic relationship and domestic discipline. It also considered reforms to practices or procedures relating to those defences or excuses. The report makes 36 recommendations.

Immigration status is not recognised as a protected attribute under federal or state anti-discrimination law, with the Australian Capital Territory being the sole exception. Research shows that discrimination on the basis of immigration status is widespread. This brief analyses gaps in the current legal framework and sets out recommendations for reform.