Research
Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion. The Commission has six research streams:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy
- Energy and Climate
- Environment and Water
- Health and Ageing
- Industry and Trade
- Productivity.
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.
Fully-matching results
The nuisance cost of tariffs - Commission Research Paper
Released: 5 Aug 2022
This research paper was released on 5 August 2022. The report argues that in Australiaâs low tariff-rate environment, the costs of the tariffs arise primarily from the complexity of the tariff system rather than from distortions to the economy.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/nuisance-tariffs
Mental health and suicide prevention stocktake - Commission Research Paper
Released: 24 Nov 2022
This stocktake provides an overview of mental health and suicide prevention programs that are currently funded by the Australian and State and Territory Governments. It seeks to build a shared understanding of the landscape of existing
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/mental-health-stocktake