This report seeks to increase the data and analysis available on First Nations’ import and export businesses. By providing First Nations people with contextual data to guide their business decisions, it helps ensure that all Australians, including First Nations businesses, share in the benefits of international trade. The report finds significant opportunity for the sector...

This study reports on the elements of effective evidence centres, with the particular aim of informing the design of the future Disability Employment Centre of Excellence. It identifies five core, overlapping elements of centre design, providing an evidence base to inform decision-making.

This report provides an assessment of state and territory performance against the benchmarks outlined in the Essential Vaccines Schedule (EVS) of the Federation Funding Agreement for the period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. The EVS is an agreement between the Commonwealth of Australia and the states and territories, which aims to “support the...

This report looks at excess mortality rates in Australia since 2020. The report finds that after dropping in 2020 due to strict lockdown measures, excess mortality spiked from 2021 onwards as a direct result of COVID-19. The committee has made five recommendations towards improving reporting, communication and compensation during public health crises.

This report identifies promising models of innovation that can create alternative options to group homes, spanning housing, support and technology. It shows that while there are only pockets of innovation in Australia, other countries have managed to scale up innovative models of housing and living supports that are delivering better outcomes for people with disability...