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20 August 2024
Local microfactories have the potential to sustainably supply the metals and critical materials needed for Australia’s green transition. But what are the right policy settings to support the reprocessing of waste for manufacturing?
Veena Sahajwalla
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A well-designed, universal school meals program at the state level could help give children the nutrition they need to thrive in their education.
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Australia has led the way in endometriosis education, advocacy and care. However, continued progress on this chronic, incurable disease requires a renewed focus on policy reform, funding, research and evaluation.
Cristy Brooks, Amelia Mardon and Mike Armour
12 February 2025
The Adverse Childhood Experiences model lacks a First Nations lens. Focusing on early interventions and culturally safe, community-led strategies, as well as enhanced data collection, would improve health equity.
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A more equitable future for Australians, starting with families
Recent changes to Australia’s Paid Parental Leave scheme are a positive development. However, government can do more to value care work as a social good, including by encouraging fathers to take paternity leave and integrating parental leave with childcare and education policies.
Bridging gaps: the role of academic policy engagement to overcome regional divides in the UK
Regional inequality is driving an increased demand for greater engagement between researchers and policymakers in the UK. What lessons can Australia’s knowledge brokering community learn from its British counterpart?
“Growth, growth, growth” or cost of living – how can policymakers empower all Australians?
For Australia to better empower low-income households, we should focus on affordability. Here’s how governments and the private sector can work together to achieve this.
Boosting housing supply: towards a policy framework for prefabricated homes
Australians should embrace prefabricated homes as an efficient and sustainable way to boost supply and lower prices. Government should lead the way with a supportive policy framework.
Unlocking the potential of residential battery storage in NSW
While the environmental and energy impetus for residential battery storage is well established, adopting a “mission” approach could help governments deliver on broader social, economic and sustainability objectives.
Five insights on new industry policy
Industry policy is experiencing a renaissance as governments address compounding economic, social, environmental and strategic challenges. What can we learn from policymakers and researchers working on these grand challenges?
Prioritising prevention: a sustainable path to investing in wellbeing
Some governments are starting to develop better frameworks to understand the benefits of investing in long-term wellbeing and prevention. Here’s where to start.
Australia needs flexible, place-based childcare
A childcare system that responds to the actual needs of families and local communities will improve equity and increase productivity. Here’s what a flexible, place-based approach might look like.
Making housing more affordable: bridging the policy gap
“Housing affordability” and “affordable housing” are distinct but related policy objectives. Australia needs an integrated strategy that protects vulnerable groups while fostering an economy that supports quality, reasonably priced housing for all.
What next for government as a strategic investor in Australia?
Government has emerged as a decisive strategic investor in Australia, helping shape markets to address complex policy challenges. How did it get here and what can it do next?
