Public hospital spending in Australia is high and rising fast. This report shows that spending on Australian public hospitals increased by $3 billion every year on average over the past decade. Yet hospitals are still under strain. The report provides recommendations for the next National Health Reform Agreement and for state and territory governments.

Millions of Australians face an unenviable choice when they need to see a specialist doctor: pay high fees or wait too long for care. This report argues governments must tackle five root problems to improve access to specialist care for all Australians.

Australia has the highest gambling losses in the world. This report argues Australia should ban gambling ads and introduce loss limits on pokies and online betting to stop the industry causing more harm. This report recommends a multi-pronged strategy to prevent gambling harm.