Contending that Australia is unprepared in facing its most challenging security environment since the Second World War, this paper's key recommendation is to increase defence expenditure from 2% to 3% of GDP. Other recommendations bolster the case for how a government could dramatically lift defence spending and see quick and positive increases in military capability.

This report focuses on the supply-demand outlook in 2025 and 2026 and recent prices offered and agreed for supply. It reports on findings of the ACCC’s review of gas retailer pricing and selling behaviour, and considers gas projects and policy settings in the context of longer-term concerns about gas sufficiency and security.

Some people with disability may need assistive technology to support them to do their job. This can include items like screen reading software, visual alert systems and reaching devices. This video contains information about assistive technology.

The report outlines performance against the Government’s targets for gender balance on Australian Government boards. While record high representation was seen in overall positions to date, there is still progress to be made for positions at the individual board level.

This Evidence Brief provides a snapshot of recent research findings on child maltreatment and its impacts on individuals, families and the community. While the brief is not a comprehensive summary of all relevant evidence, it aims to deliver clear and accessible insights for those involved in developing policies, programs and strategies within the child and...