Insights
Hawker Britton’s Insights bring together our latest research, briefings and analysis on Australian politics, government, policy and public affairs.
This page features our most recent publications. Earlier research papers and historical briefings can be found in the Insights Archive.
Consultation on the National Environmental Standards for Community Engagement and Data and Information
Analysis of consultation on new National Environmental Standards for community engagement, data and information under federal environmental law reform.
2026 Insights
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12 June | A briefing on consultation for new National Environmental Standards covering community engagement, data and information under the Government’s environmental law reform agenda. Read the full paper (PDF)
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11 June | Analysis of the 2026–27 ACT Budget, including housing, health, community services, public transport, education and cost-of-living priorities for Canberra. Read the full paper (PDF)
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22 May | A summary of the National Health and Medical Research Strategy 2026–2036 and the Government’s record investment in medical research funding. Read the full paper (PDF)
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21 May | Analysis of further reforms to Australia’s foreign investment framework, including faster approvals for low-risk investment and stronger scrutiny of high-risk proposals. Read the full paper (PDF)
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19 May | A briefing on the Universities Accord Bill, including managed growth funding, needs-based funding and expanded access to higher education. Read the full paper (PDF)
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18 May | A briefing on consultation for the National Environmental Standard for Environmental Offsets, including environmental law reform, industry adjustment and project approvals. Read the full paper (PDF)
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13 May | Analysis of the 2026–27 Federal Budget, focused on resilience, responsibility and reform across productivity, tax, savings and cost-of-living policy. Read the full paper (PDF)
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08 May | Analysis of the 2026–27 Western Australian Budget, including housing, health, jobs, cost-of-living relief and the Cook Government’s fiscal position. Read the full paper (PDF)
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07 May | An overview of the proposed East Coast Gas Reservation Scheme, including domestic supply requirements, energy security and implications for industry and households. Read the full paper (PDF)
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06 May | A briefing on consultation into Australia’s mutual recognition schemes, with implications for labour mobility, workforce flexibility and cross-jurisdictional occupational licensing. Read the full paper (PDF)
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05 May | Analysis of the 2026–27 Victorian Budget, including cost-of-living measures, frontline service investment and the Allan Government’s fiscal strategy. Read the full paper (PDF)
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22 April | Key insights from Mark Butler’s National Press Club address on NDIS reform, aged care investment and the Government’s 2026–27 Budget priorities. Read the full paper (PDF)
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16 April | A briefing on the 2026 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program, including defence capability, strategic risk and investment priorities. Read the full paper (PDF)
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15 April | Analysis of Premier Jacinta Allan’s 2026 Victorian Cabinet reshuffle, including ministerial departures, new frontbench appointments and implications for the Government’s agenda. Read the full paper (PDF)
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02 April | A summary of the Albanese Government’s gambling advertising reforms, with a focus on broadcast limits, online restrictions and protections for children and young people. Read the full paper (PDF)
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02 April | An overview of Australia’s national fuel security response, including the National Fuel Security Plan, emergency measures and escalating pressure on energy markets. Read the full paper (PDF)
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01 April | A briefing on federal, industry and regulator measures to support small businesses facing cost pressures from fuel prices, supply chains and global instability. Read the full paper (PDF)
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27 March | Analysis of Labor’s decisive 2026 South Australian election win, the expanded Malinauskas majority and subsequent ministerial reshuffle. Read the full paper (PDF)
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21 March | A pre-election briefing on South Australia’s 2026 state election, including the parliamentary contest, electoral system and key dynamics shaping the campaign. Read the full paper (PDF)
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27 February | Key insights from President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union, with implications for Australian clients across tariffs, defence, health, AI and investment. Read the full paper (PDF)
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24 February | A briefing on the next stage of Australia’s High Speed Rail network, beginning with the Newcastle–Sydney corridor and the long-term east coast vision. Read the full paper (PDF)
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10 February | An overview of One Nation’s political history, electoral breakthroughs and continuing influence on Australian politics, protest voting and major-party dynamics. Read the full paper (PDF)
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04 February | A summary of the Thriving Kids Advisory Group final report, including its origins, leadership and implications for children’s health, development and early intervention policy. Read the full paper (PDF)
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