This report provides a comprehensive overview of government activities and performance, including Australia. It presents the latest available data on government finances, employment, institutions, budgeting practices, risk management and citizen satisfaction. It outlines three key areas where governments can work to strengthen public trust and promote prosperity, offering evidence-based tools to tackle long-term challenges.

Hypophosphatasia (HPP) is a genetic, multisystem condition that impairs the body’s ability to properly mineralise bones and teeth. Through the lens of HPP, this report illustrates how Australia’s healthcare system remains unfit for people with rare diseases. It presents a clear case for targeted, achievable reforms to improve diagnosis, treatment access and care coordination for...

An audit conducted to assess if the Victorian public service gets value for money when it uses contractors and consultants. It found procurement and reporting processes comply with requirements, but public transparency about spending could be improved. The three departments looked at in detail could not always demonstrate value for money. The report made three...

The audit assessed whether government procurements for two new child sexual abuse-related national services employed open and effective competition and achieved value for money. It finds that contracts have not been signed and services are yet to commence. The tender evaluation was not timely and did not demonstrably achieve value for money. The report makes...

This report details a proposal for a new Whistleblower Protection Authority (WPA) – a new, dedicated statutory agency which would support, protect and empower Australia’s whistleblowers. The WPA would enforce improved legal protections for people who raise concerns about wrongdoing, provide support to whistleblowers and facilitate receipt and referral of whistleblowing disclosures.