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.
Western Australia Ministry
19/03/2025At the election on 8 of March 2025, the Cook Labor Government was returned to office. With the count continuing, the Labor party has secured at least 42 seats with 30 needed to form a majority. Roger Cook remains the Premier of WA. On 18 March 2025, he announced changes to his Ministry. Now former Ministers David… Continue reading Western Australia Ministry
2025 NSW Cabinet Reshuffle
17/03/2025On Monday 17 March 2025, Premier the Hon. Chris Minns announced a reshuffle to his ministry. This comes after the resignation of Transport Minister Jo Haylen on 6 February 2025. This announcement refreshes the transport, roads, jobs, and regional development portfolios. The major changes are as follows: Additionally, Emily Suvaal has been appointed Parliamentary Secretary… Continue reading 2025 NSW Cabinet Reshuffle
Defining Australian Business
07/03/2025On the 6th of March 2025, the Albanese Government announced a significant change in Commonwealth procurement by introducing for the first time an official definition of an ‘Australian Business’. The definition, part of the Buy Australia Plan, aims to improve transparency in procurement, strengthen domestic business competitiveness, and ensure that government contracts support genuinely Australian enterprises. Definition… Continue reading Defining Australian Business
South Australian Government Reshuffle: Key Changes and New Appointments
06/02/2025The South Australian Government has undergone a series of changes to Cabinet following the resignation of the Hon Dan Cregan MP, which was announced by Premier Peter Malinauskas on the 29th of January 2025. The reshuffle includes several key changes to the Cabinet and ministerial portfolios, these changes aim to strengthen the government’s focus on… Continue reading South Australian Government Reshuffle: Key Changes and New Appointments
Albanese Government – Cabinet Reshuffle
16/01/2025On Thursday 16 January 2025, Prime Minister the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP announced a reshuffle to his ministry. This comes after the departure of former opposition leader and NDIS Minister Bill Shorten, who announced his retirement in September 2024. This announcement refreshes the NDIS and Government Services portfolios in the lead up to the 2025… Continue reading Albanese Government – Cabinet Reshuffle