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.

This report examines the evidence that social capital has profound consequences for a nation’s health, from building resilience and emotional health to preventing the decline into physical health problems. It makes the case that government should increase activities that strengthen social capital and networks to support people to live healthier lives.

The report examines barriers to safety and fairness for victim-survivors in the state and territory family violence order system and the federal family law system, the important intersections between jurisdictions, and the accessibility of services and supports that victim-survivors need to navigate both systems safely and fairly. The report provides 11 recommendations.

This interim report focuses on governance arrangements for superannuation funds with reference to improving consumer experiences, choice and outcomes in Australia’s retirement system. The report provides findings on the independence and competency of superannuation trustee boards and governance standards and provides seven recommendations.

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the current Indigenous housing system in Australia to support development of future policies. The research looked at how Indigenous housing is managed, funded and regulated in Australia and ways to support Indigenous Australians in making their own decisions about their housing.