This study looks at the role of news media and media representation in fostering social participation and a sense of belonging among multilingual communities in Australia. It found that representation, both in news and in media more broadly, is linked to building a sense of belonging among multilingual audiences.

Theft of legal guns is now the main source of illegal guns in Australia, yet public information on the topic is scarce. This report compiles new data from state law enforcement agencies and other sources to find that over 9,000 firearms have been stolen since the start of 2020.

This paper is the third in a three-part series on new perspectives on gender economic inequality in Australia. It outlines 10 key next steps to address the deep-rooted policy challenges within the jobs and skills system based on Paper 1 and 2 findings and new evidence. The 10 recommendations include policy actions.

This report provides insights from the financial audits of 26 major New South Wales public sector agencies, focusing on the effectiveness of their internal controls and governance. It presents observations across key elements of these frameworks. It recommends that agencies strengthen controls and processes across three key areas: procurement frameworks, adoption of artificial intelligence and...

This report presents themes and insights from the 2024–25 performance audit program, as well as analysis of the outcomes of performance audits between 2020–21 and 2024–25. Four key themes emerged from the audits: integrity; stewardship; risk management; and performance management. Audits observed good practices as well as deficiencies.