Since 2017, there have been four trials in Social Impact Investing (SII) to test innovative financial models for funding for-purpose organisations and building capacity within the broader SII sector. An evaluation was conducted to review and record what has been achieved and learned through the trial projects and to identify how the Australian Government can...

This policy brief seeks to contribute to the re-emerging topic of public service reform, which is returning largely due to concerns about the state of public services.

This toolkit supports teams in scaling social programs by addressing context-specific challenges and risks. It offers targeted tools and captures key insights to build a strong business case for expansion, using behavioural principles and structured planning to maintain effectiveness across diverse settings.

Innovation policies need to be socially embedded for them to effectively contribute to addressing major societal challenges. This paper discusses why, when and how to engage citizens in innovation policy-making. It also addresses practical considerations for organising these processes, such as reaching out to diverse publics and selecting the optimal mix of methods and tools.

The rationale for this project was to explore a novel approach to regional development in Australia, based on an approach developed by the European Union.