The report on government services (RoGS) provides information on the equity, effectiveness and efficiency of government services in Australia. This report provides performance reporting for aged care services, services for people with disability, child protection services and youth justice services. It includes a summary of government expenditure in the sector.

This report examines the evidence that social capital acts as a protective shield for children, families and communities under stress and makes the case that government should increase activities that strengthen social capital and networks to support families to stay safely together. It identifies four mechanisms to strengthen social capital to support families.

This report provides an overview of the progress made on outcomes for people with disability in 2024. The framework covers seven outcome areas: employment and financial security, inclusive homes and communities, safety, rights and justice, personal and community support, education and learning, health and wellbeing, and community attitudes. It shows mixed outcomes, with an equal...

This report on government services (RoGS) provides information on the equity, effectiveness and efficiency of service provision and the achievement of outcomes for the social housing and specialist homelessness services. It provides performance reporting for housing and homelessness services and includes a summary of government expenditure in the sector.

A comprehensive overview of the historical development of electoral boundary reforms in Victoria from the early 19th century to the present day. The paper examines the evolution of electoral practices, highlighting the interplay between international influence, local politics, and social change in shaping boundaries and representation.