This report develops an evidence-based policy framework for accommodating seasonal and vulnerable workers in Australian regional areas to ensure a healthy, safe and productive workforce. The research looked at ways in which these workers can be better housed and identifies policy development options to address barriers to innovative practices of accommodation provision.

The final report from an inquiry into voluntary assisted dying (VAD) in the Northern Territory (NT). VAD is not currently legal in the NT. The report recommends that VAD legislation be adopted. It contains the Committee’s 86 recommendations including drafting instructions. A series of guiding principles are recommended to be reflected in the VAD legislation.

As renewable sources now supply nearly 40% of Australia’s electricity, some regions are already deeply engaged in this transformation, while others are just beginning. This report analyses the factors that contribute to social licence for large-scale renewable energy projects including supportive regulatory frameworks, genuine community engagement and tangible local benefits.

This evaluation of the Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP) examined how effectively it delivered improved mobile coverage in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia. Using mixed methods, it assessed implementation, appropriateness, effectiveness and identified lessons for future program and policy design. The evaluation produced 5 recommendations to strengthen future program delivery.

This report outlines updated findings from the second and third research visit to Warakurna Community in Western Australia's (WA's) Ngaanyatjarra Lands. It outlines changes in First Nations digital inclusion over three years, updating the state and usage of communications and media services in Warakurna from 2023 to 2025.