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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.

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A Sea of Red: Tracking Australia’s debt iceberg
Robert CarlingMarch 21, 2022PP45
The increase in debt raises economic policy issues of major concern. It is reducing fiscal...
Teacher workforce: fiction vs fact
Glenn FaheyMarch 3, 2022RR43
Australia’s education outcomes have deteriorated, despite increased spending on teachers and policies to increase the...
The Return of Inflation: What It Means for Australia
Warren HoganFebruary 28, 2022AP33
Inflation is rising around the world, the sting in the tail of the pandemic economic...
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Some Critical Thoughts about Critical and Creative Thinking
John SwellerFebruary 7, 2022AP32
Developing creative and critical thinking is a major priority of educators and policymakers. This is...
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Renewables offer economic development potential for Indigenous communities
James ReynoldsJanuary 24, 2022AP31
Australia’s electricity and energy industries are transitioning in response to political, policy financial and consumer...
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Township Leasing and the Democratisation of Opportunity
Peter GregoryDecember 2, 2021AP30
Township leasing was a significant 2006 reform to the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act...

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