A nationwide survey of sensory impairment, eye, ear, and general medical health of Australians sampled from 30 selected sites from all six Australian states and two territories. The survey provides Australia’s most comprehensive, contemporary snapshot of eye and ear health which can be used to sharpen prevention, screening and treatment, and to strengthen policy and...

Research examining official National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participation data to explore how NDIS use varies by geographic areas within Greater Sydney. The report reveals disparities in NDIS participation rates and specific disability rates (across autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability or psychosocial disability) by Local Government Area.

As renewable sources now supply nearly 40% of Australia’s electricity, some regions are already deeply engaged in this transformation, while others are just beginning. This report analyses the factors that contribute to social licence for large-scale renewable energy projects including supportive regulatory frameworks, genuine community engagement and tangible local benefits.

Work‑related injuries and illnesses can occur anywhere across Australia, in urban, regional or remote areas. This analysis uses national workers’ compensation claims data to provide new perspectives on the different incidence of injured or ill workers across these regions. It finds there are key differences across the regions.

This paper explores an approach to map civic volunteering opportunities across Australia. The findings reveal regional inequalities, with most opportunities concentrated in capital cities and coastal regions. By identifying where engagement opportunities are lacking, this work offers an evidence base for targeted policy, funding and civic renewal strategies.