An examination of productivity growth in the housing construction sector, highlighting decades of poor performance. The paper provides policy directions for improving construction productivity by reducing regulatory burden, streamlining and speeding up approval processes, supporting innovation and improving workforce flexibility. It provides seven reform directions to improve homebuilding efficiency.

This report reviews the employment and wellbeing outcomes of over 19,000 people with health issues in the UK who have participated in an employment support program. It finds that the Individual Placement Services methodology used in the program helps people secure and retain work, promoting improved mental health and delivering return on investment for taxpayers.

The world’s electricity consumption is forecast to rise at its fastest pace in years. It is expected to grow at close to 4% annually through 2027 as usage climbs in a range of sectors, particularly in emerging economies. The report finds growth in low-emissions sources will be sufficient to meet increased demand, with overall carbon...

An independent assessment of Australia’s progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), analysing key trends and exploring the pathways needed to achieve them by 2030 and 2050. It evaluates 80 indicators covering the economy, population health and wellbeing and state of the environment. It provides eight recommendations calling for bold and coordinated action.

An investigation into complaints about how the Victorian Department of Education and a government primary school responded to allegations of sexual abuse of two children. It found that the Department’s response to the allegations and disclosures of sexual abuse at the time was inadequate, and in some respects seriously so.