The paper presents results from a survey of a nationally representative sample of 2,009 Australians about their level of home and contents insurance coverage. Almost one in five Australians admit their home is uninsured or underinsured, representing around 1.4 million homes at risk at a time of increasing natural disasters.

A report on the 2023-24 gender pay gaps of 7,800 private sector employers and 1,700 corporate groups. It sets a benchmark from which employers can drive change and assists with making comparisons across employers and industries. The report finds for every $1 a man earns, women earn 78 cents on average but progress is being...

This framework assists Ministers, their senior staff and departmental leaders to set priorities after considering a balanced suite of evidence and information. It is intended as guidance and can form part of a wider set of approaches for a Minister. Ultimately, the framework is guidance for more timely, more effective, better informed and more transparent...

This study explores how families supported a person with disability moving into individualised specialist disability accommodation (SDA). Interviews revealed two key transitions: a care transition, involving shifts in practical and emotional support, and a relational transition, reflecting changes in family dynamics. While SDA offers benefits, families faced stress and adjustment challenges, highlighting the need for...

If the Australian Government does not implement effective and coordinated governance frameworks for artificial intelligence (AI) systems now, this technology will soon outpace its ability to do so. This report presents the findings of an inquiry into AI use in the public service and recommends the urgent implementation of robust governance frameworks to effectively balance...