A report on the Exposure Draft of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026. The report provides the background, an outline of the Bill and key issues raised. It urges the Australian Parliament to work together constructively and collaboratively to ensure the legislative response reflects a unified commitment to community safety and social cohesion.

This Bills Digest has been prepared in relation to the Exposure Draft of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026. The Bill aims to combat antisemitism, hate and extremism and strengthen gun laws in Australia. The paper outlines the purpose of the Bill, its background, policy positions, stakeholder comments, and key issues and provisions.

The increasing availability of illicit, untraceable and unregistered privately manufactured 3D-printed firearms poses a significant safety risk to frontline law enforcement officers and the community at large. Using data from a large national survey, the authors measured exposure to digital firearms products being sold online.

This evaluation assesses how 1800RESPECT is achieving its strategic outcomes and supporting people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence. Drawing on interviews, a population survey and service data, it finds the service is highly accessible and generally effective, while identifying gaps for people with complex needs and underrepresented cohorts. The evaluation provides practical recommendations to...

A revision and update of a survey of the independence of Auditors-General in Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. It provides analysis of legislation and jurisdictional context. The report provides examples of better practice, including express legislative provisions, which can serve as a guide for future advocacy and legislative amendments.