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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.

The MMT Hoax
Tony Makin, Gene TunnyMay 27, 2021PP41

Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) is a supposedly new macroeconomic paradigm, but it is essentially a...

Back to Basics: A new model for business creation in remote Indigenous communities
Nyunggai Warren Mundine AO, Elizabeth HendersonMay 20, 2021AP21

This paper focuses on a new model to increase the potential for Indigenous business creation...

Indigenous suicide: Finding a catalyst for action
Anthony DillonMay 6, 2021OP180

This paper aims to provide a catalyst for the actions needed to address the crisis...

Does high-rise development damage neighbourhood character?
Peter Tulip, Zachary LaniganApril 29, 2021PP40

Local residents often oppose new high-rise development apartment buildings on the grounds that they would...

Make every drop count, and count every drop: Vanishing groundwater needs proper monitoring and management
Grahame CampbellApril 22, 2021PP39

Aquifer groundwater is a crucial and valuable resource for Australia, but is poorly managed and...

Resisting China’s Economic Coercion: Why America should support Australia
Alan DupontApril 8, 2021PP38

China’s unprecedented trade campaign against Australia is a case study in economic coercion for geopolitical...

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