Democracy and public integrity

Lifting standards in public office

Pessimism is on the march
But Australians have many reasons for hope.
29.06.2026 News

Australia needs a gambling (reform) win
The Parliament should push the PM to go further.
30.04.2026 News

How to strengthen Australia’s democracy in turbulent times
Our latest report shows that democracy is backsliding globally, and the world order in which Australia has flourished is being seriously tested.
15.04.2026 Podcast

Our Experts
Aruna Sathanapally
CEO and Economic Prosperity and Democracy Program Director
Kate Griffiths
Chief of Staff and Democracy Deputy Program Director

Research