The development of Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) – such as high energy laser and high-power microwave weapons – offers the Australian Defence Force a future solution to countering the growing threat of drones, but also missile threats. This explainer explores the nature of DEW and considers what steps Australia is taking in this field.

Immigration status is not recognised as a protected attribute under federal or state anti-discrimination law, with the Australian Capital Territory being the sole exception. Research shows that discrimination on the basis of immigration status is widespread. This brief analyses gaps in the current legal framework and sets out recommendations for reform.

This analysis presents modelling of the impact of the potential windfall levy – an additional 25% tax on Australia’s oil and gas industry – on post-tax project economics in Australia. It assesses the corresponding implications for Australia’s fiscal attractiveness and competitiveness relative to peer regime. It finds that imposing the windfall levy would make new...

This report reflects the voices and experiences of hundreds of people from Jewish, Muslim, Palestinian, Arab and Israeli communities in Australia. The insights shared by project participants reveal the profound pain and distress caused by increased racism targeting the affected communities. The report also reveals how racism has escalated in these communities.

This report provides an analysis of how the November 2025 Medicare changes have impacted general practitioner accessibility across metropolitan and regional Australia, providing region-based insights. It compares the capital city and non-capital city areas of each state to determine whether accessibility gaps remain and exactly where they are. The trends are mixed but encouraging.