The report explores the latest trends in business formation in Australia. It identifies measures to improve the operating environment for emerging businesses and calls for a refresh of supporting programs and policies in four key areas: regulation, finance, skills, and culture and competition. It finds Australia has experienced a long-term decline in business ownership rates.

This policy brief examines the Australian Government's compassionate release of super scheme and its impacts on women's economic security, with a particular focus on medical-related early withdrawals. The brief argues that while the scheme can provide short-term relief, it can also significantly reduce retirement savings and deepen the gender gap in superannuation outcomes.

A compendium of analytical perspectives examining why the preservation of the status quo in the Taiwan Strait is so critical to Indo-Pacific peace and prosperity. The essays explore Taiwan’s economic centrality, its democratic identity and the strategic dynamics that shape its future. They also provide a framework for thinking about deterrence, resilience and preparedness.

The report examines the role of philanthropy in social enterprise in Australia. It highlights how philanthropy has played a critical role in building shared infrastructure, supporting key moments in the sector, and piloting approaches later taken up by government. It calls for a shift towards longer-term and more flexible approaches that support systems change.

Gambling related harm is a significant public health concern. Australians lose over $32 billion on legal forms of gambling each year. The potential for harm has increased with the proliferation of online wagering sites and betting apps. This impact analysis considers a range of options for restrictions on wagering advertising.