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.
Victorian Government Response to the Independent Review of the Victorian Public Service
08/12/2025On Tuesday 2 December 2025, the Victorian Government released their response to the Independent Review of the Victorian Public Service (VPS). The Review was commissioned in early 2025 by Victorian Treasurer Jaclyn Symes, shortly after she took on the role following the retirement of long-term Treasurer Tim Pallas. The Review aims to reduce waste and… Continue reading Victorian Government Response to the Independent Review of the Victorian Public Service
MELBOURNE’S METRO TUNNEL TO OPEN IN DECEMBER
08/10/2025On Tuesday 7 October, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced the opening of the Metro Tunnel in early December. The Metro Tunnel project is one of the Government’s signature infrastructure projects, and a key pillar of Victoria’s Big Build. The Metro Tunnel acts as an alternative to the City Loop, connecting the Sunbury, Cranbourne and Pakenham… Continue reading MELBOURNE’S METRO TUNNEL TO OPEN IN DECEMBER
2025-26 Victorian Budget
20/05/202520 May 2025 On Tuesday 20 May 2025, Treasurer the Hon. Jaclyn Symes MLC delivered the 2025-26 Victorian Budget. This Budget is the second delivered by the Allan Government, and the eleventh consecutive budget of the Victorian Labor Government. Symes became the first woman to serve as Treasurer of Victoria when she was appointed to… Continue reading 2025-26 Victorian Budget
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
Victorian Economic Growth Statement
11/12/2024The Victorian Government’s Economic Growth Statement: Open for business was delivered on Tuesday 10 December. It was a commitment from the May 2024 Budget. The Statement outlines how the Allan Labor Government will boost the private sector and encourage investment. The statement focuses on four key actions: Action 1: Open Doors The Victorian Government has… Continue reading Victorian Economic Growth Statement