Within the early debates of the 48th Parliament in Australia, the longstanding method of allocating federal parliamentarians’ staffing resources has been a high-profile and contentious issue. This policy brief investigates the methods used in similar Westminster parliaments (the United Kingdom, Canada and New Zealand), to help inform future debate within the Australian context.

A report on the Exposure Draft of the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026. The report provides the background, an outline of the Bill and key issues raised. It urges the Australian Parliament to work together constructively and collaboratively to ensure the legislative response reflects a unified commitment to community safety and social cohesion.

This report, based upon responses from 225 senior leaders from across Australian industry, provides critical insights into how leaders anticipate the coming year. Industry leaders have identified three pressures that will define 2026: the return of inflation, mounting regulatory burden and persistent workforce pressures.

This research aims to deepen understanding of the design and impact of the ‘machinery of government’ – the administrative, bureaucratic or institutional arrangements that deliver public policy – with respect to housing policy in Australia. The report concludes identifying and settling on a feasible and effective governance and administrative structure will allow agencies the longevity...

This inquiry report examines Australia’s opportunities in the circular economy to improve materials productivity and efficiency in ways that benefit the economy and the environment. It identifies priority circular economy opportunities and advises on how best to measure progress and address barriers.