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Briefing paper

Briefing paper

Oral health needs in Gippsland


This issues paper outlines oral health data and oral health promotion and prevention initiatives offered in Gippsland.
Briefing paper

Seal the barrel: a new robust system for the administration of government grants


This paper argues that there is an urgent need to create a grants administration framework that facilitates transparency and accountability.
Briefing paper

Influencing states' policy and practice on the protection of civilians


This briefing note explores the current practice of international humanitarian organisations in seeking to influence states on their policy and practice regarding the protection of civilians in armed conflict. It considers what factors are inhibiting and enabling these organisations’ influence on states, and sets out suggestions for how to increase influence in this regard.
Briefing paper

Public hearings shine light on corruption: sunlight is the best disinfectant


This briefing paper outlines why public hearings fulfil important functions in corruption investigations.
Briefing paper

Quality of life tools to support measurement of aged care quality


This paper argues that it is essential that Australia establish a set of long-term and comprehensive indicators of quality in aged care provision. These must not only be both realistic and attainable - they must meet public expectations for high quality, caring, person-centred aged care.