Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.
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.
Released: 1 Feb 1996
The impact of APEC's free trade commitment
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/apec
Released: 1 Oct 1996
A model of investment in the Sydney four and five star hotel market
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/hotel
Released: 5 Jun 1997
International telecommunications reform in Australia
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/phone
Released: 3 Jun 1996
Extending patent life: Is it in Australia's economic interests?
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/patents
Released: 1 Oct 1996
GBE price reform - Effects on household expenditure
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/gbe-price
Released: 1 Oct 1997
Private investment in urban roads
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/urban-roads
Released: 1 Jun 1996
Land degradation and the Australian agricultural industry
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/land-degradation
Released: 29 May 1997
The economic impact of international airline alliances
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/airline-alliances
Released: 8 Jan 1997
Assessing the potential for market power in the National Electricity Market
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/electricity-market
Released: 1 Nov 1990
Strategic trade theory: The East Asian experience
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/supporting/east-asian-trade
We undertake other policy relevant research in addition to our commissioned public inquiries and studies. This web page lists our current research projects.
This is our catalogue of policy relevant research that has been completed.
Commission staff undertake supporting research and analysis, data compilation and model development in support of our inquiry and study activity.
Employment & Education
Industry & Trade
Natural Resources
Productivity Analysis
Social & Community