Economics
Alternative labels
Economy
Economic management
Macroeconomics
Economic policy
Report
Sustainable Development Goals: local – regional – global
A research and policy compendium of Australian and international case studies of good practice in addressing the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Case studies on all 17 SDGs are covered. The report provides empirical analysis and policy ideas for politicians and policymakers at the local, state and/or national government level plus wider publics.
Strategy
National AI plan
The plan sets out the steps the Australian Government will take to support Australia to build an AI-enabled economy that is more competitive, productive and resilient. The plan sets out the Government’s direction on AI and is designed to support iterative, adaptive action to reflect the dynamism of AI technologies.
Report
Measuring up: leveraging consumer demand to drive agricultural sustainability
Despite the ongoing work by farmers to innovate their practices to produce high quality food more sustainably, the environmental impacts of agriculture are hard to ignore. This paper proposes a consumer-facing agricultural sustainability star rating system, displayed on product packaging. Designed to be credible, practical and adaptable, the system would reward sustainable farming practices while...
Report
Vulnerability and Australia’s energy transition
Australia’s transition to renewable energy will reshape daily life, local communities and the national economy. This report examines how the shift to net zero may create or intensify vulnerabilities, identifies where the evidence is lacking, and outlines the research priorities needed to guide equitable, evidence-based policy.
Evaluation
Economic Pathways for Refugee Integration (EPRI) program
An evaluation of the Economic Pathways for Refugee Integration (EPRI) program, delivered in Victoria, Australia. EPRI helps participants improve English language skills, build confidence and develop job readiness. The evaluation covers the period February 2023 to June 2026 and focuses on how the program supports refugees and humanitarian entrants to access employment and strengthen economic...