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Delivering quality care more efficiently: inquiry report


As the population and its needs change, the care and support economy is coming under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality services at a sustainable cost. This report proposes reforms to strengthen connections across sectors and reduce siloed decision-making, improving care quality, making services more efficient and boosting productivity.
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Evidence on what works in regulating health and social care

Kieran Walshe

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the main regulator of health and social care quality in England. In 2023, it introduced several changes to its approach. Following several reviews critical of its approach, this report supports the development of CQC's future regulatory model. It sets out five key pieces of learning for CQC to consider.
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Key questions for AI in public institutions


This report explores how corporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) impacts institutions serving the public good, focusing on universities and social services. It invites reflection and critical questioning through thought‑provoking prompts. Designed to spark dialogue, advocacy and policy engagement, it offers resources that encourage deeper exploration of AI’s role through a Data Justice lens.
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Modern slavery in Australia 2024–25


The Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery National Minimum Dataset is a national data collection on modern slavery events. This study describes modern slavery reports received between July 2024 and June 2025, the characteristics of victim-survivors and perpetrators, the nature of Australia Government-funded support provided to victim-survivors and the outcomes of modern slavery prosecutions.
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More than Books: libraries on the frontline


South Australian public libraries are now vital community hubs, expanding staff roles to include social work, digital aid and crisis response. This challenging shift causes staff stress and burnout due to inadequate support. The report advocates for better funding and workforce strategies, offering recommendations to the state government and local councils.