Australia is critically exposed to geopolitical risk due to an overwhelming dependence on imported liquid fuels. Current policy positions have failed to confront the seriousness of this exposure, and have left us without a sufficient response. This paper proposes that domestic production is the only viable strategy that delivers genuine security.

Global conflict is causing an unprecedented shock to global oil and gas supply. A national fuel security plan has been agreed to, to coordinate a consistent response across the Commonwealth, states and territories. The plan is designed to keep community and business updated and provide an early understanding of further fuel security measures that may...

This study analyses an Australian dataset of firm job postings to explore the effects of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption on demand for workers and skills. The findings suggest that AI adoption increases demand for new workers and skills, aligning with the view that the latest AI tools serve to augment, rather than substitute for, human...

This is the first annual report for the National Disability Data Asset, aimed at improving the evidence base for laws, policies and services for people with disability. The report covers uses and outcomes for the Data Asset and issues around how data is being kept safe.

This report outlines the critical role neighbourhood houses play in supporting digital inclusion in Victoria. Neighbourhood houses are not-for-profit, community-based centres that support skills development, social connection and community participation. The report has 6 recommendations that focus on investing in neighbourhood houses as critical community infrastructure.