Royal Commissions
Book
Shining a light: stories of trauma and tragedy, hope and healing
This trauma-informed book showcases the lived experience of suicide and suicidal behaviour of serving and ex-serving Australian Defence Force members, and their families. These experiences, which have been at the heart of the Royal Commission during its inquiries, were bravely and generously shared through submissions and evidence.
Report
Ten lessons for public servants from Robodebt
The Royal Commission report into the failed Robodebt scheme offered a unique opportunity to reflect on the performance of Australian government institutions. This project, based directly on the evidence presented in the Commission’s hearings and report, focuses on the distinctive contribution of the Australian Public Service (APS), particularly its culture. It selects three general areas...
Report
COVID-19 Royal Commission
The primary recommendation from this inquiry is for the Australian government to establish a Royal Commission to examine the Australian response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the consequential impacts on the Australian community.
Report
Australian government progress update on the Disability Royal Commission
The Australian government has released this 'progress update' on its consideration of the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability final report. The update provides an overview of what processes and consultations the government is undertaking prior to formally responding to the Royal Commission’s final report by mid-2024.
Report
Response to the Disability Royal Commission final report: a voice of our own
This report and its 19 position statements reflects consultation with PWDA members across Australia and the change they want to see from the government's response to the Royal Commission.