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Report

Mapping the digital gap: 2025 outcomes report


This report offers the most comprehensive data to date on communications and media use in remote First Nations communities across Australia. It highlights the vital role of affordable communications, identifies barriers to digital inclusion and identifies where further investment and programs can effectively strengthen digital inclusion in remote communities.
Report

NDIS participant experience in rural, regional and remote Australia


This report presents evidence on the experiences of people with disability, their families and carers in rural, regional and remote Australia with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Based on these insights, the committee outlines findings and recommendations to improve the accessibility, effectiveness and quality of disability services and supports across these communities.
Briefing paper

Preventive health inequities in regional and remote communities


This policy brief highlights the significant health disparities experienced by people living outside metropolitan Adelaide. It identifies the drivers of these health inequities and calls for sustained investment in regional infrastructure, workforce planning and community health models that address the social determinants of health and ensure equitable access to care for all South Australians.
Evaluation

Evaluation of the impact and effectiveness of the Napthine Measures


This report provides a formal evaluation of measures supporting the National Regional, Rural and Remote Tertiary Education Strategy. It assesses regional university funding, the Regional University Study Hubs Program, the Regional Partnerships Project Pool Program, and the Regional Education Commissioner role. The evaluation identifies 12 key recommendations to strengthen regional tertiary education outcomes.
Report

Mapping the digital gap: Pipalyatjara and Kalka, SA 2025 community outcomes report

Tenisha Fox

This report presents updated findings from the first and second research visit to adjacent communities Pipalyatjara and Kalka in South Australia's (SA's) Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara APY Lands. It describes changes in First Nations digital inclusion over two years, outlining the state and usage of communications and media services from 2024 to 2025.