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.
COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report
03/12/2024On Tuesday the 29th of October 2024 the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet released the COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report from the COVID 19 Response Inquiry Panel. On 21 September 2023 the Prime Minister announced an independent inquiry into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic with an Inquiry panel consisting of Robyn Kruk AO… Continue reading COVID-19 Response Inquiry Report
ACT Elections
11/11/2024On Saturday the 19th October, The Australian Capital Territory held its Legislative Assembly election. The Labor Party secured a seventh consecutive term, governing since 2001. The ACT elects its 25-member legislative assembly through the Hare-Clarke system, a form of proportional representation. 5 members are elected across five electorates; Brindabella, Ginninderra, Kurrajong, Murrumbidgee, and Yerrabi. To… Continue reading ACT Elections
The Hon. Bill Shorten MP Announces Retirement
06/09/2024On 5 September 2024, the Hon. Bill Shorten MP announced his plan to retire from Federal politics. Shorten will continue to serve as the member for Maribyrnong and as Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Government Services until February 2025. He has then been appointed to take up a position as the Vice-Chancellor… Continue reading The Hon. Bill Shorten MP Announces Retirement
Aviation White Paper
27/08/2024Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Hon Catherine King MP, announced the release of the Aviation White Paper on 26 August 2024. The Paper includes significant reforms to Australia’s aviation sector, focusing on improved rights for consumers and enhanced competition, as well as ensuring support for regional aviation and general aviation. Furthermore,… Continue reading Aviation White Paper
Better and Fairer Schools Agreement
02/08/2024On 31 July 2024, Minister for Education Hon Jason Clare MP, Northern Territory Chief Minister Hon Eva Lawler, and Northern Territory Minister for Education Hon Mark Monaghan announced the NT’s signature to the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement (BFSA). Other states and territories expected to follow suit, with Western Australia expected to be next to… Continue reading Better and Fairer Schools Agreement