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.
South Australian Government Reshuffle: Key Changes and New Appointments
06/02/2025The South Australian Government has undergone a series of changes to Cabinet following the resignation of the Hon Dan Cregan MP, which was announced by Premier Peter Malinauskas on the 29th of January 2025. The reshuffle includes several key changes to the Cabinet and ministerial portfolios, these changes aim to strengthen the government’s focus on… Continue reading South Australian Government Reshuffle: Key Changes and New Appointments
Albanese Government – Cabinet Reshuffle
16/01/2025On Thursday 16 January 2025, Prime Minister the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP announced a reshuffle to his ministry. This comes after the departure of former opposition leader and NDIS Minister Bill Shorten, who announced his retirement in September 2024. This announcement refreshes the NDIS and Government Services portfolios in the lead up to the 2025… Continue reading Albanese Government – Cabinet Reshuffle
Cabinet Reshuffle: Victoria
19/12/2024On Monday 16th December, Treasurer Tim Pallas announced his resignation from Treasurer and as Member for Werribee, calling time on his distinguished career in politics, serving in Parliament since 2006 and as Treasurer since 2014. As a result of Pallas’ resignation, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced a reshuffle of her frontbench on the 19th December 2024. … Continue reading Cabinet Reshuffle: Victoria
Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (2024-25)
18/12/2024On 18th December 2024, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher released the Albanese Government’s mid-year budget update. The complete Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) budget document can be accessed here. The MYEFO reflects the Government’s focus on maintaining fiscal discipline while addressing cost-of-living pressures and investing in Australia’s long-term economic resilience. With $14.6bn in additional… Continue reading Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (2024-25)
Tim Pallas MP Retirement Announcement
16/12/2024On 16 December 2024, the Tim Pallas MP announced his intention to retire from Victorian politics. Pallas will step down as the Member for Werribee and Treasurer after serving in Parliament since 2006 and as Treasurer since 2014. Tim Pallas was elected to the seat of Tarneit in 2006 before becoming the Member for Werribee… Continue reading Tim Pallas MP Retirement Announcement