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Cairns

Evaluation

Encouraging Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment Initiative 2016–2019 evaluation report


This evaluation reviewed the Australian Government's Encouraging Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment Initiative. It found the initiative was positively perceived, addressing a gap and providing useful support to young clients seeking to start a business, but there was low awareness of some components and opportunities for improvement. Participants continued to face multiple barriers to starting a business.
Report

Heatwaves, homes & health: why household vulnerability to extreme heat is an electricity policy issue


This report provides evidence regarding potential financial and health implications of electricity pricing and 'price signal' messaging for heat vulnerable households.
Report

The Cairns Regional Council councillor conflicts of interest report


This report outlines the findings of an investigation into whether Cairns Regional Council and its councillors comply with relevant legislative and policy requirements and act reasonably in relation to the disclosure and management of councillors’ conflicts of interest.
Guide

Guide to urban cooling strategies


This document provides practical guidance for built environment professionals and regulatory agencies seeking to optimise development projects to moderate urban microclimates and mitigate urban heat island effects in major urban centres across a range of climates in Australia
Briefing paper

Electricity pricing, heatwaves & household vulnerability in Australia


In the context of energy reforms to address peak electricity demand in Australia, this briefing paper provides a critical review of cost-reflective electricity pricing policy and the potential impacts of heatwaves and other extreme heat events in vulnerable households.
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