There is no single or simple way to measure equity in Australia. In economics, we often revert to measures of inequality to determine how people are faring in terms of distribution of income and wealth. Unfortunately, these measures aren’t heading in the right direction if our goal is to improve outcomes and opportunities for all Australians.

Despite major advances in opportunities for women, significant new funding for people with disabilities, and our enviable (though increasingly inadequate) social safety net, inequity remains and is widening by many measures. This paper explores inequity in Australia and considers what we need to do if we want to see fairer outcomes across Australia.

Despite making commendable development progress since gaining independence in 2002, Timor-Leste’s economic performance and potential have been hampered by slow and volatile economic growth, driven by the oil and gas sector.

This growth has been lower than all ASEAN members except Brunei (another oil and gas exporter). The last LNG shipment from Bayu-Undan left in November 20231. With no alternative revenue source in the short-term (until any future oil and gas developments come online), the Government of Timor- Leste’s (GoTL) revenue shortfall will be significant, highlighting the urgent need to diversify the economy.

Equity Economics worked with Katalis to produce this market insight which digs deep into the nuances of Indonesia’s booming fintech industry and how it can forge a connection with its neighbour Australia.

Equity Economics worked with Katalis to produce this market insight which digs deep into the nuances of Indonesia’s booming fintech industry and how it can forge a connection with its neighbour Australia.

Equity Economics worked with the NSW Council of Social Services (NCOSS) and a number of critical social service providers to deliver a landmark report on the social sector in NSW, its contribution, challenges and needs.

Equity Economics has delivered a new report for NCOSS modelling the impact of Covid-19 on housing affordability, homelessness and residential construction jobs. The report highlights the role of social and affordable housing in supporting economic recovery.

Equity Economics has delivered new analysis of the impact of Covid-19 on NSW. The report was prepared for the NSW Council of Social Services (NCOSS) with the support of the Community Housing Industry Association NSW; Domestic Violence NSW; Youth Action; Homelessness NSW; and Shelter NSW.

Equity Economics worked with The McKell Insitute to deliver a report on the economic impact of proposed cuts to penalty rates for hospitality and retail workers. The report contains economic modelling based on a range of possible scenarios for reform.

Equity Economics has prepared a report with Habitat for Humanity Australia on the benefits of social home ownership as a means to address the housing affordability challenge facing low-income families in Australia.