This analysis reveals there is no financial crisis at the Australian National University (ANU). Audited financial statements show that the ANU generated a $90 million surplus in 2024. The paper outlines items the auditor included and that the ANU leadership rejected. It finds the underlying declared deficit changes the audited result in ways that cannot...

This report provides a detailed analysis of the 52,206 instances of information and advocacy support provided to older people, their families and other supporters – an 18% increase on the previous year. Poor communication, lack of information and support to make decisions were reported to be the key challenges for the fifth year in a...

This report develops an evidence-based policy framework for accommodating seasonal and vulnerable workers in Australian regional areas to ensure a healthy, safe and productive workforce. The research looked at ways in which these workers can be better housed and identifies policy development options to address barriers to innovative practices of accommodation provision.

This paper argues that once wind and solar push beyond roughly one-fifth of total energy supply, costs and grid difficulties begin to rise sharply – spelling the end of the renewables honeymoon in Australia. The paper explores the nature of the challenges posed in three different ways, examining the relationship between electricity prices and weather-dependent...

This agreement embodies the shared commitment of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, leadership team and staff across the Department to create a workplace which truly values the culture, knowledge and insight of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.