Recent data showing emissions have increased under Chris Bowen’s watch doesn’t align with the narrative pushed by Labor as the Government seeks to not only justify its record investments in renewables energy but also undermine the Coalition’s nuclear policy. By David Hughes.
Read MoreEnvironmental protection is a laudable objective, but Governments need to economic growth. By Nico Louw.
Read MoreAustralia’s retirement savings, whether in the Future Fund or superannuation, are too important to be politicised. These funds are institutions of a global scale that should be free from interference, ensuring they serve Australians’ best interests—not sectarian political interests. By David Hughes.
Read MoreThe Government’s pre-election proposal to wipe 20% of all HECS debt will create a $16 billion tax that absolves universities of accountability and punishes the 24 million other Australians who don’t hold HECS loans. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreWe need to acknowledge that childcare is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Families should have the freedom to choose how best to raise their children without being penalised for prioritising parenting over career in the early years. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreWe need a government with the courage to take on the two key reform challenges in tax and spending. By David Hughes.
Read MoreNegative gearing provides a small incentive for Australians to invest in property, helping to increase the supply of housing and helping everyday Australians build household wealth. By David Hughes.
Read MoreIntegrating a structured volunteerism requirement into the tertiary admissions system will arrest the decline in volunteerism rates, build a foundation for lifelong civic engagement and nurture a generation ready to uphold Australian values. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreLabor is using social media bans to distract Australia and surreptitiously push through new censorship laws. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreOver the last few weeks the Menzies Research Centre has been focused on providing solutions to turn around the decline of our educational institutions. By David Hughes.
Read MoreThe recent announcement from the Albanese Government on new international student caps will not have the desired impact. By Nico Louw.
Read MoreA growing intolerance to opposing views threatens the exchange of ideas that has been fundamental to the success of liberal Western societies. We must not remain silent in the face of cancel culture, because it’s silence that creates the false perception of consensus. By Nico Louw.
Read MoreHow Australia became the lawfare capital of the world.
Read MoreA majority of Australians believe social media is harmful and support measures to ban access for under 16s, according to polling commissioned by the Menzies Research Centre. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreWe need to challenge the current understanding of fairness and intergenerational inequality. Excessive government spending and an outdated tax system are the great intergenerational injustices of our time. By David Hughes.
Read MoreThe MRC analyses the 2024-25 Federal Budget. By David Hughes.
Read MoreAn analysis of household electricity prices in Australia compared to selected developed economies.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic highlighted Australia’s vulnerable position in an isolated part of the world and at the end of a long global supply chain that is incredibly reliant on pharmaceutical exports from distant countries. This Menzies Research Centre report examines what Australia can do to improve the security of its pharmaceutical supply chain and strengthen self-reliance.
Read MoreMany studies show a link between social media use and worsening mental health among Gen Z. Here’s how we fix this crisis. By Freya Leach.
Read MoreWhen businesses profit, we all benefit. By David Hughes.
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