• Publications

Since its formation in 1976, the Centre for Independent Studies has conducted wide ranging research into economics, social policy, law, government and foreign affairs. Our overall research agenda is set by our Executive Director, in consultation with research staff. As an independent think tank, we do not undertake any research on request.

From Welfare State to Welfare Society
Michael JamesJuly 1, 1992OP38

The legitimacy of the welfare state has survived the shift in recent years towards smaller...

The Illusions of Comparable Wealth
Gabriel A. Moens, Suri RatnapalaJune 1, 1992PM23

The quest for the ‘just wage’ is perennial, but the concept has eluded satisfactory definition....

Freedom, Tradition, Conservatism
Frank MyerJune 1, 1992OP39

The demise of socialist dogma has brought to the fore some underlying tensions between its...

Economics 92
Tim RileyApril 9, 1992SP1992

This is the second book in a series which records the proceedings of a National...

Wages and Welfare: the failing symbiosis
P.A. McGavinFebruary 1, 1992PM21

Labour-market regulations and welfare programs are significant features of Australia’s economic and social fabric. Many...

Economic 92
Tim RileyDecember 21, 1991SP1992

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