The report assesses the global economic situation finding the global economy remained resilient in 2024. The report outlines recent developments, projections, risks and challenges, and policy requirements. It finds that inflationary pressures continue to linger in many economies and further fragmentation of the global economy is a key concern.

Elections are an opportunity to set Australia’s path. This report charts the path to a more prosperous Australia and the policies that should be on the agenda of whoever wins the 2025 federal election. The report offers a comprehensive policy blueprint to improve living standards for all Australians, now and in the future.

This interim report provides a brief overview of PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in Australia and summarises some of evidence received on the extent, regulation and management of PFAS. It has a focus on the impacts of PFAS contamination on the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, NSW. The report provides three recommendations.

This report explores the concept of merit in recruitment practices in a modern public sector context, drawing on interviews from three different jurisdictions in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. It outlines a set of key actions and details the latest thinking and practice for governments to consider in their respective recruitment and selection processes.

This report describes a range of innovative approaches to employment for people with disability around the world, selected based on scalability and impact. It identifies emerging trends in inclusive employment, such as digital training platforms, internship and entrepreneurship programs, the expansion of assistive technologies, and job creation for people with autism or intellectual disability.