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: 28 Aug 2018
The purpose of this research paper is to contribute to an informed discussion in Australia by bringing together and taking stock of the latest and most complete evidence measuring the prevalence of, and trends in, inequality, economic mobility and
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/rising-inequality
Released: 18 Mar 2020
This research paper examines the policy and implementation frameworks currently governing the urban water sector to identify where there may be impediments to the adoption of Integrated Water Cycle Management (IWCM).
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/water-cycle
Released: 14 Feb 2019
This joint Australian and New Zealand report looks at the broad challenges and opportunities created by the digital economy and at what institutional and regulatory settings by the Australian and New Zealand Governments would be most effective.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/growing-digital-economy
Released: 30 Jul 2020
This research paper analyses trends in young peopleâs incomes from 2001 to 2018 and drivers behind the decline in their incomes after 2008.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/youth-income-decline
Released: 19 Jul 2017
This paper outlines a three pronged strategy that would help achieve better outcomes for all Australians and foster public confidence in open markets.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/rising-protectionism
Released: 31 Jul 2008
Financial Performance of Government Trading Enterprises 2004-05 to 2006-07 was released on 31 July 2008. It forms part of the Commission's research into the performance of Australian industries and the progress of microeconomic reform.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/gte0607
Released: 31 Mar 2015
This paper examines issues relating to different stages of the gas supply chain in the eastern Australian gas market, against the backdrop of integration with the Asia-Pacific market.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/gas-markets
Released: 15 Jun 2016
This paper focuses on the role of government in the face of potentially disruptive technological change.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/digital-disruption
Released: 21 Sep 1998
A Steering Committee research paper on the way superannuation is costed in calculating service costs for the annual 'Report on Government Services'.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/super
Released: 8 Apr 2005
This paper provides assistance estimates for tourism on a comparable basis to other industries.
https://www.pc.gov.au/research/completed/tourism
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