Volunteers provide essential support for Australia’s emergency response system during bushfires, floods, cyclones and other disasters. This report looks at evidence on boosting volunteer engagement by improving the incentives, training and recognition available for volunteers. It explores the complexities of establishing a national volunteer body able to assist in the response to natural disasters.

This report presents evidence on the experiences of people with disability, their families and carers in rural, regional and remote Australia with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Based on these insights, the committee outlines findings and recommendations to improve the accessibility, effectiveness and quality of disability services and supports across these communities.

The report from an inquiry into the representation of and advice provided by ex-service organisations, commercial entities, not-for-profits and individuals to veterans and families in relation to accessing compensation and income support from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. It makes seven recommendations for the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Department of Defence and the Australian Government.

An inquiry into aged care service delivery focused on understanding the magnitude, causes and impacts of the wait times for the Australian Government's Home Care Packages (HCPs). This report presents key findings and makes 11 recommendations aimed at ensuring the implementation is timely, effective, monitored and periodically reviewed. It calls for the release of all...

An interim report that focuses on the accountability and transparency of decision-making within universities, remuneration of vice-chancellors and other senior executives and the appropriateness of Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency's (TEQSA) powers. The report makes 12 recommendations.