How researchers and policymakers can work better together Features A Q&A between Dr Anna Williamson, of the Sax Institute, and Evidence Matters, discussing how public health researchers and policymakers can work best together. Read more
Quantitative easing does not increase inequality Wednesday June 19, 2019 By Stephen Kirchner Features Many of the myths about quantitative easing in the US have migrated to Australia and are now being heard from Australian politicians. The comments reflect… Read more
Australia needs to drive climate intervention -- and do it with innovative leadership Wednesday June 19, 2019 By Samuel C. Andrew; Alistair Hobday; Bruce G Thom; Kerryn Brent; and Richard Matear Energy & Environment Innovative leadership is needed, as climate interventions across Australia’s many ecosystems will require approval from many interest groups, and be consistent with Australia’s obligations under… Read more
Inducing consumer paralysis: how retailers bury customers in an avalanche of choice Tuesday June 18, 2019 By Robert Slonim Economy & Industry Businesses provide us with many plans and deals to make us feel like we are in control, but too many choices actually leads most of… Read more
NSW a 'jobs powerhouse' -- but not for public servants Tuesday June 18, 2019 By Shannon Jenkins New South Wales The NSW Government’s 2019-20 Budget is maintaining a strong focus on delivering jobs, according to Minister for Jobs and Investment Stuart Ayres. However, despite NSW … Read more
New bill aims to keep Victoria's councils accountable Monday June 17, 2019 By Shannon Jenkins News The Andrews Labor Government is seeking feedback on a proposed Local Government Act with six new reforms that aim to “deliver better outcomes for local… Read more
Valuing the Australian Census Monday June 17, 2019 By Nicholas Gruen Community & Social Statistical agencies worldwide have come under pressure from ministers to provide greater justification for the hundreds of millions of dollars of costs of a national… Read more
More people are retiring with high mortgage debts. The implications are huge Monday June 17, 2019 By Rachel Ong ViforJ and Gavin Wood Features The number of mature age Australians carrying mortgage debt into retirement is soaring. And on average each mature age Australian with a mortgage debt owes… Read more
Young Australians champion 'democracy' and 'freedom' in designing constitutional change Monday June 17, 2019 By Benjamin T. Jones and John Warhurst Culture Many high school students are politically engaged. But how would they change the preamble to the Constitution?… Read more
Improving consumer outcomes through examining carer choice in the NDIS Sunday June 16, 2019 By Flavio Souza Features In neglecting to formalise the goals and aspirations of carers, there’s a risk the NDIS is prone to systematic biases with regards to plan designs,… Read more
Royal commission has changed the landscape for regulators – not just in banking Sunday June 16, 2019 By Claire Noone Features The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry is fundamentally altering the relationships between regulators and the regulated in industries… Read more
Six actions Australia's government can take right now to target online racism Friday June 14, 2019 By Andrew Jakubowicz Community & Social Our government has a responsibility to ensure publishers and platforms know what the community standards are in Australia. Legislation and regulation should enshrine, promote and… Read more
Al Gore trains climate warriors of the future in Brisbane Friday June 14, 2019 By Peter Debus Energy & Environment Al Gore was in Brisbane last week to conduct climate change leadership training for about 800 people from across Australia and the Pacific. Here's an… Read more
Breaking the silos – how systems tools can bring us together Thursday June 13, 2019 By Kate Garvey Features We hear a lot about the need for policymakers to engage with research evidence – but what about better engagement with each other?… Read more
How to deal with a sabotaging colleague Thursday June 13, 2019 By Amy Cooper Hakim Editors' Picks Do you have a colleague who tries to sabotage you and your work? In addition to setting very clear boundaries, it is important to establish… Read more
