Research
Hawker Britton's occasional papers provide in-depth analysis on the most important public policy issues of the day, across Australia. You can view the Research & Papers Archive here.
Australian Fuel Supply
31/03/2026In response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its escalating impact on the global energy markets, the Australian Government has activated a coordinated national fuel security response. National Cabinet has agreed to a National Fuel Security Plan, a four-stage escalation framework. Australia is currently operating at Level 2 of this framework, with further stages to be engaged should the… Continue reading Australian Fuel Supply
South Australian Election Result and Ministerial Reshuffle
27/03/2026The 2026 South Australian election, held on the 21 March, saw a decisive victory for the incumbent Labor Party. Premier Peter Malinauskas has secured re-election for a second term, with the party increasing its majority. Hawker Britton’s paper on the South Australian Election can be found here. South Australian Election Result The Malinauskas Government was returned with an increased majority, taking their total seat count in the lower house from 27 to 33. This increased majority comes despite a 2.3%… Continue reading South Australian Election Result and Ministerial Reshuffle
South Australian Election Brief
21/03/2026The South Australian state election will be held on Saturday 21 March. All 47 seats in the House of Assembly will be up for election, along with 11 of the 22 seats in the Legislative Council. The Assembly and the Council In South Australia Members of the Assembly are elected to four-year terms. Council members… Continue reading South Australian Election Brief
US State of the Union 2026Key Insights for Australian Clients
27/02/2026Tariffs – The Most Immediate Risk This is the single most impactful issue for Australian businesses right now. The SOTU’s reference to “other authorities” post-Supreme Court ruling signals further tariff escalation remains on the table. Australian clients in trade-exposed sectors should be seeking legal and government affairs counsel now. Watch: Trade Minister Farrell has signalled… Continue reading US State of the Union 2026Key Insights for Australian Clients
AUSTRALIA’S HIGH SPEED RAIL NETWORK
24/02/202624 FEBRUARY 2026 On Tuesday, 24 February 2026, the Hon Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, announced that the Albanese Government will commence the next stages of Australia’s High Speed Rail (HSR). The development phase will begin by examining the corridor between Newcastle and Sydney. The HSR network on… Continue reading AUSTRALIA’S HIGH SPEED RAIL NETWORK