This discussion paper describes the evolution of key democratic reforms in Tasmania, principles for a healthy democracy, and details 16 reforms that Tasmanian parliamentarians – Liberal, Labor, Independent and minor party – could pursue in the 51st Tasmanian Parliament.

In this research paper, the Tasmania Law Reform Institute (TLRI) has reviewed and updated its 2007 report on human rights in Tasmania, upholding its key recommendations which included the need for a Charter of Rights. The TLRI makes 21 recommendations and urges Tasmania to become the fourth jurisdiction in Australia to adopt human rights legislation.

Tasmanians are suffering from the lowest per capita spending on public transport in the country. Ahead of the state's 2024 election, this report describes this story of neglect, and charts a course forward for Tasmania's public transport system.

For public housing tenants, having to relocate from their home is a significant and sustained stress. This research examines the drivers and experiences of tenant relocation from public housing in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.

Australia is home to some of the world’s most ancient forests. These native forests are some of the most biodiverse environments on the planet. This paper offers policy-makers a blueprint for assessing the true value of our native forests.