This paper provides an update on the state of economic inequality in Australia, reviewing the period of the COVID-19 induced recession and recovery. It also deep dives into economic inequality for three cohorts - women, older people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

This research paper considers the role digital technology can play in improving patient outcomes and enhancing productivity in healthcare. Drawing on case studies, the paper finds that better integrating digital technology into everyday practice could save more than $5 billion a year and ease pressures on Australia's healthcare system.

This paper illustrates the important role that modelling should play in policy-making by assessing the potential effects of removing tariffs under major trade agreements, particularly in Asia.

For the first time in Australia, the Productivity Commission has sought to measure healthcare productivity growth in a way that accounts for improvements in healthcare quality. While we have spent more on healthcare, this research shows this has been more than outweighed by improvements in outcomes delivered by the healthcare system.

This interim report finds that the 2004 National Water Initiative (NWI) has served Australia well, but there is an urgent need for renewal, due to climate change and changing water demand. The interim report also sets out the Commission’s preliminary assessment of jurisdiction’s progress towards meeting the outcome and objective of the 2004 NWI.