This report shows how Australia can work with its trade partners to jointly transition heavy industries into a net zero world. It argues that while the Government has taken steps to support Australia’s future green industries, more certainty about the demand for these future green commodities is required to unlock domestic investment. The report makes...

Critical minerals have become a major focus in global policy and trade discussions. This outlook includes a detailed assessment of the latest market and investment trends, along with their implications for critical minerals security. It provides a snapshot of recent industry developments and offers projections for the supply and demand of key energy minerals. It...

The report provides the survey findings of human resources professionals and decision makers across private, public and not-for-profit organisations in Australia. It offers insights into recruitment and redundancy intentions, employee turnover rates and pay expectations. The report also examines the impact of recent legislative changes on workplace practices, including the right to disconnect and casual...

An audit of whether Defence’s procurement arrangements are delivering Australian industry policy outcomes. It finds a range of shortcomings in current practices and recommends improvements to Defence's systems and contract management.

The budget outlines the Victorian Government's fiscal policy, infrastructure investment and economic outlook. Measures focus on cost-of-living help and more investment in frontline services. It continues a commitment to drive down spend on inefficient and non‑priority programs, and will deliver an operating surplus in the budget year for the first time since before the pandemic.