The first comprehensive benchmark of personal philanthropy in Australia’s technology sector, this report finds the sector uniquely positioned to unlock a new era of giving in Australia. This community is more likely to give, give more and give differently. Tech givers often applying entrepreneurial principles to their philanthropy.

This report introduces a multi-dimensional framework to assess and compare entrepreneurial ecosystems across all OECD countries. Designed as a policy support tool, the report provides evidence-based insights to identify systemic bottlenecks and guide national strategies. It aims to facilitate informed dialogue and targeted policy action to build dynamic and balanced national entrepreneurial ecosystems.

This brief discusses how unlocking the full economic potential of women requires tackling systemic barriers – from biased workplace cultures and underinvestment to gender gaps in education, leadership and funding – through inclusive policies, early education reform and diversity-focused business incentives.

The Business Solutions Program (BSP) provides financial and business support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners and entrepreneurs. This mixed-method evaluation aimed to understand whether the BSP’s delivery achieved its policy intent to support and develop early stage, pre-bank, and high-risk Indigenous businesses. It finds that the BSP was generally aligned with its...

Australia is at risk of sliding towards a 'big corporate' economy and needs to take urgent action to reverse the direction. The report asks policymakers and regulators come together to put small and family businesses first and create the best environment in which they can thrive and succeed.