Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.
The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.
Released: 29 Nov 2000
This report forms part of the Commission's annual report series and meets its obligation to report annually on compliance with the Commonwealth's requirements for the making and review of regulations.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/regulation-review-1999-2000
Released: 1 Mar 2000
The submission covers: Effects of EMDGS on exports; Framework for analysis; Overview of The Export Market Development Grants Scheme; Role of government.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/export-development-grants
Released: 14 Dec 2000
This paper examines the characteristics of casual contract employees.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/casual-contract-diversity
Released: 26 Jul 2000
This paper investigates whether Australian labour statistics adequately capture the diverse characteristics of 'non-traditional' employment.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/non-traditional-employment
Released: 8 Sep 2000
A workshop convened by the Commission on 8 September 2000 in Melbourne to explore the links between economic and environmental policy objectives and outcomes.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/environment-macroeconomic-reform
Released: 1 Sep 2000
National Health Performance Framework Report 2000
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/health-performance-framework-2000
Released: 20 Jul 2000
This paper presents an economic framework to examine issues related to GM products and consumer choice, and briefly reviews several policy options.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/genetically-modified-product-choice
Released: 2 Aug 2000
The paper examines the influence of line density on cross-country price comparisons.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/telecommunication-population-distribution
We undertake other policy relevant research in addition to our commissioned public inquiries and studies. This web page lists our current research projects.
This is our catalogue of policy relevant research that has been completed.
Commission staff undertake supporting research and analysis, data compilation and model development in support of our inquiry and study activity.
Employment & Education
Industry & Trade
Natural Resources
Productivity Analysis
Social & Community