This paper outlines policies to recruit non-Australian citizens into the Australian Defence Force (ADF) which commenced in 2024, and looks at Australia’s allies that support similar policies.

This paper argues tax breaks for large, American-style utes cost Australians over $250 million in foregone revenue in 2023. A loophole in Australia’s tax law effectively subsidises large utes such as Ram and Chevrolet pick-up trucks by avoiding the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) that other imported vehicles pay, regardless of if the vehicles are used...

This briefing note establishes a firm evidence base on the economic impact of trade with China on Western Australian households. It provides and overview of the relationship between China and WA and highlights the impact of WA– China trade on the welfare of households in the state through household income, labour market and cost of...

The Parliamentary Workplace Standards and Integrity Bill 2024 aims to reform the way allegations of bullying and harassment against Members of the Victorian Parliament are handled. This Bill Brief outlines the context that led to the changes proposed by the Bill and provides an overview of key sections of the Bill. It also outlines some...

Exponentially growing AI model training costs create a market entry barrier for AI start-ups, forcing them to cooperate with big tech firms to get access to computing infrastructure and end users. This Policy Brief examines competition-reducing market-entry barriers in each segment in the AI value chain.