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.
ALP Draft National Platform
30/05/2023The Australian Labor Party (ALP) will hold its 47th National Conference from 17th – 19th August 2023 at the Brisbane Convention Center. The ALP’s National Conference is the largest and most democratic policy and rules-making forum of any significant political party in Australia. It meets every three years and consists of approximately 400 delegates that… Continue reading ALP Draft National Platform
Ministry Changes
24/05/2023On the 23rd of May 2023, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the following changes to the Australian Ministry: The complete Ministry list, divided by portfolio, is listed below. For more information, please contact Hawker Britton’s Managing Director Simon Banks on +61 419 648 587. Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet Prime Minister The Hon… Continue reading Ministry Changes
Victorian Budget 2023-24
23/05/2023On 23 May 2023, Victorian Treasurer the Hon. Tim Pallas MP delivered the Andrews Labor Government’s ninth Budget. The 2023-24 Budget predominantly focuses towards targeting the debt created by the response to the COVID19 pandemic with a key feature of the budget being COVID Debt Repayment Plan; a measure to approach the $31.5 billion worth… Continue reading Victorian Budget 2023-24
Queensland Cabinet Reshuffle
18/05/2023On Thursday, 18th May 2023, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced a reshuffle of her cabinet. Minister Yvette D’ath and Attorney General, Shannon Fentiman have exchanged portfolios. Yvette D’Ath will be reassuming her former position as Attorney-General, a position she held from 2017 until the state election in October 2020. She will also take on the… Continue reading Queensland Cabinet Reshuffle
NSW Government: Building Commission
18/05/2023This week, the Minns Labor Government announced their plan to establish a NSW Building Commission by the end of 2023. This body is set to manage the industry along with its regulation and licensing. The NSW Building Commission comes as a response to the housing supply crisis in New South Wales, with rental costs and… Continue reading NSW Government: Building Commission