In 2006 Victoria enacted the Victims’ Charter Act 2006 (Vic). This review examines whether the Charter is operating to benefit victim survivors of crime. It examines the legislative framework that governs how victim survivors are treated within the justice system, identifies where those laws are working well and where they fall short. The review provides...

This report contains six case studies from Australia and around the world that are examples of evidence-based approaches to reforming child justice systems. It shows how primary prevention, early intervention, integrated services and therapeutic community-based approaches that emphasise family and cultural connections can transform outcomes for children.

Theft of legal guns is now the main source of illegal guns in Australia, yet public information on the topic is scarce. This report compiles new data from state law enforcement agencies and other sources to find that over 9,000 firearms have been stolen since the start of 2020.

This paper examines the systemic over‑representation of people with disability in the criminal justice system, highlighting challenges across policing, bail access, court diversion, custody and post‑release support. It shows how inadequate accommodations and services worsen outcomes, and calls for stronger, disability‑responsive policies to reduce harm, improve justice access, and support safe reintegration.

This policy briefing presents evidence from research in support of three key amendments proposed to Victoria’s Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Act. It also identifies an omission in the proposed law changes, which should be addressed. The policy briefing draws on three key studies.