The report presents how Australians use, trust and navigate the internet in 2026. The research involved Australian adults and small business owners and managers. It highlights that the internet is undoubtedly essential infrastructure, much like water and electricity. However, with increased reliance on the internet also comes challenges and new opportunities.

The federal government’s Universities Accord reforms set the policy vision for improved productivity in Australia’s education and research sector. This paper provides reasons to accelerate the government’s reforms, outlining 25 practical recommendations for lifting Australia’s productivity and building a resilient economy. It notes Australia’s productivity challenge requires coordinated action across education, industry and research.

This paper examines how AI is transforming labour markets and the policy responses needed to harness its transformative potential while mitigating its risks. It finds that adapting requires developing new skills aligned with evolving labour market demands and policymakers play an essential role in ensuring workers are equipped to thrive in an AI-driven economy.

The report examines whether occupations more exposed to artificial intelligence (AI) in Australia have grown more slowly than other occupations since November 2022. It also examines a range of labour market indicators to see whether there are signs of AI-related disruption. The report sets up a framework that could be used for ongoing monitoring.

Inclusive recruitment means employing people from different backgrounds in a fair way, reducing bias and giving everyone an equal chance. This guide for employers assists them with finding talented workers and filling workforce gaps. It explains: the value of inclusive recruitment and the benefits for businesses the role of NDIS employment providers in supporting inclusive...