Australia
Journal article
‘Giving back to our community’: the retention of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander disability workforce in New South Wales, Australia
This Aboriginal-led study examines the factors that influence the retention of non-university qualified Aboriginal health, ageing and disability workers in New South Wales. The findings provide insights into retention factors that strengthen disability service provider practices and inform government policy.
Discussion paper
Foreign aid and climate finance, Australia’s dismal track record
This paper provides an overview of the concepts and measurement of the OECD’s and Australia’s Official Development Assistance and climate finance contributions. It finds that Australia’s support for developing countries has declined significantly over the past fifty years and concludes the Australian Government’s climate finance contribution in the five years to 2025 is zero dollars.
Report
Learning that works: skills for today and tomorrow
In a modern and dynamic labour market, a focus on lifelong learning across Australia’s workforce is more important than ever. Work-related learning is a vitally important component of successful lifelong learning. This report is both a snapshot of where Australia is at and a roadmap for where it needs to go.
Report
Rental affordability index 2025
The 11th annual index compares rents and incomes across Australia to show where households face the greatest stress. It finds that rental affordability has finally stabilised in parts of the country after years of steep decline. However, pressures remain high, especially for people on low and moderate incomes.
Report
Unleashing growth: Australia's AI investment blueprint
Artificial intelligence (AI) is establishing itself as the engine of a new industrial revolution. This report outlines a blueprint for AI investment in Australia identifying six priority enablers the Australian government should focus on to drive the biggest economic impact. It proposes that AI could lift Australia’s GDP by 6% to 8% over the next...