We barrack for ideas, not political parties.
Big problems can be solved with good research and political bravery.
Our Goal
The Australia Institute provides intellectual and policy leadership. We conduct research that drives the public debate and secures policy outcomes that make Australia better.
We are confident that we consistently deliver on the promise of our motto: research that matters.
We design work and research to influence and persuade policymakers, politicians and to shift the public debate. We are fiercely non-partisan but we don’t shy away from engaging in politics and political debates. We believe in democracy and our work is aimed at a better, more informed democratic debate.
The Australia Institute is independently funded by donations from philanthropic trusts and individuals, as well as grants and commissioned research from business, unions and non-government organisations. We do not accept donations or commissioned work from political parties. With no formal political or commercial ties, the Institute is in a position to maintain its independence while advancing a vision for a fairer Australia.
Our Impact
When we talk about ‘research that matters’ we are talking about making real, tangible changes that would not have happened if we were not there to make them happen.
The Australia Institute has a track record of delivering research and initiatives that reshape debates and impact policy and outcomes at the highest levels of government.
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Economist busts myths on QandA | Richard Denniss highlights
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Australia isn't trying to get off fossil fuels | Richard Denniss at the Senate Environment Committee
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Australia doesn't need more gas | Press Conference
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Australia’s tax dilemma: the case for real reform | Richard Denniss National Press Club Address
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New Video: Save Tuvalu, Save the World
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The Fight to Save Murujuga
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