The report shows how regional food hubs can transform local food systems. It demonstrates how community-owned food hubs can be replicated around Australia. Featuring a Brisbane case study, it provides practical pathways including the investment structure and community ownership, as well as how to build networks between food producers and eaters.

This paper explores how regional development policies can enhance resilience and competitiveness in the face of global shocks, transitions and persistent inequalities. It argues for a shift toward place-based strategies that address spatial disparities and leverage local assets to drive sustainable productivity growth.

Rural economies can be powerful engines of national growth. This report offers governments practical guidance for navigating long-term transitions while addressing immediate vulnerabilities in rural development policy. It advocates a place-based, people-centred approach to policy to unlock the full potential of rural regions.

A wide-ranging collection of analyses and recommendations to assist the next Australian Government in its deliberations and planning. The structure reflects five interrelated aspects: the need to defend Australia; navigating a new world order; reform of security architecture and policies; securing critical infrastructure; and protection and use of natural resources. Each chapter includes prioritised policy...

The second progress report on the Regionalisation Ambition framework shows mixed results across the plan's 20 targets. The report highlights key achievements for creating a more prosperous, productive and inclusive regional Australia, how each target is tracking against capital cities, and high-level policy changes that impact the framework.