Our core functions

The Government can initiate a formal public inquiry. This takes place when policy issues to be addressed by the Commission require extensive public consultation and exposure. Other work requests from government may come in the form of requests…

We have a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to promote community awareness and understanding of productivity, industry and regulatory issues.

Our ongoing reporting includes the Report on Government Services, the Trade and Assistance Review, the Productivity Bulletin, and the Closing the Gap Information Repository.

The Australian Government Competitive Neutrality Complaints Office investigates and advises the Government on complaints about unfair competition from a government business.

Prior to 29 September 2026, the Productivity Commission (PC) was Australia’s authorised body to undertake inquiries to investigate potential safeguard procedures for Australian industries.