From everyone here at the PC, we wish you a safe, happy and healthy holiday season. Thank you for your support. The PC team will be taking a break from 25 December 2025, returning to work on Friday 2 January 2026. See you then!

The PC's 2025 Wrapped: A year of insights and engagement As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a year of putting productivity at the heart of national conversation, seeking bold ideas from across the country and providing evidence-based advice to shape Australia's future.

Out now | The final report of our 2025 analysis of Australia's National Competition Policy: https://bit.ly/4aZdVBr The report analyses the effects of – occupational licensing reform to promote labour mobility and adopting overseas standards. These would promote competition and increase GDP.

Out Now | Final reports of the PC’s five productivity inquiries The Government has today released the final reports of the PC's five pillars of productivity inquiries – containing 47 recommendations to support productivity growth across five key areas of the economy

1) Innovate 2025 - 27 | 'The PC’s reconciliation journey is closely linked to our research and policy advice,' said Chair Danielle Wood about our 1st Reconciliation Action Plan Artwork thanks to LaToya Kennedy (bit.ly/4qfVH3k) #Reconciliation #ClosingTheGap

1) Closes Fri 19 Dec | Submissions to the PC's study on the impacts of a heavy vehicle productivity reform package closes this week. Your submission can be a detailed document, a paragraph or a brief comment on pc.gov.au

1) Out now | Labour productivity increased by 0.2% in the September quarter and by 0.8% over the year to September 2025, marking four consecutive quarters of labour productivity growth since last year.

Out now | The PC has released an issues paper to guide people in preparing a submission to our inquiry into the 2018 GST distribution reforms. Read the paper: https://www.pc.gov.au/inquiries-and-research/gst-reforms/issues/

Out now | The final report of our review of the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement finds that the system is fragmented and out of reach for many people. Read the report: https://bit.ly/4p75t7h #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #LivedExperience #Carers

Join us online today for the 2nd annual Romlie Mokak Oration where the Hon Ken Wyatt AM JP will share his thoughts on ‘Releasing the Shackles – From Past to Present’, from 5pm AEDT Find out more and watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4o50OSX

Next week | The Hon Ken Wyatt AM JP will deliver this year’s Mokak Oration on Tuesday 4 November in Canberra 5pm AEDT. Ken’s oration titled ‘Releasing the Shackles – From Past to Present’ will be streamed live here: https://bit.ly/4o50OSX Artwork by www.aboriginalartbylani.com.au

New inquiry | The PC has been asked to examine how regional airfares are determined and make recommendations to support a competitive, reliable and affordable regional aviation network. Read the terms of reference and subscribe: https://www.pc.gov.au/inquiries-and-research/regional-airfares/

Save the date | The 2025 Mokak Oration, delivered by the Hon Ken Wyatt AM JP, will be streamed live on our website from 5pm AEDT on Tue 4 November 2025. Find out more (More details coming soon): https://bit.ly/47l75ml Artwork by Lani Balzan

There's still time to join us in Sydney! Keynote speakers are Vipin Arora (U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis), Catherine de Fontenay ( @pc.gov.au & Economic Society of Australia) & @graftonquentin.bsky.social (Australian National University). @unswecon.bsky.social @kevinfoxecon.bsky.social

New study | The Treasurer has asked us to study the impacts of a heavy vehicle productivity reform package, under the National Competition Policy. The package aims to increase transport productivity for HVs and support the uptake of heavy zero emissions vehicles (HZEV). https://bit.ly/3J9wAir

Apply now | We are looking to fill two spots on a 6-week paid internship in Canberra. You'll support work on public policy issues that impact the wellbeing of all Australians. More info and apply: https://bit.ly/4n6827S Closes Sun 19 Oct 2025 Please share with your networks.

New submission | This submission summarises aspects of our 2024 inquiry report into Australia’s ECEC sector + points to our annual Report on Government Services and to the Closing the Gap information repository: https://bit.ly/4nPPWsi

Out now | In this submission, we find that the proposed changes to government reporting and public sector employment requirements will build greater understanding of the National Agreement on #ClosingTheGap and strengthen efforts to put it into practice: https://bit.ly/4hnIFO1

The PC's Annual Report 2024-25 is out: https://bit.ly/4mQ7iDR From early childhood education and care to housing construction productivity - our work has informed policy in a range of areas that matter to Australians. For more on the PC and how we work: https://bit.ly/42qp7SQ

In this submission, the PC broadly supports ideas for improving the functioning of the spot and derivative markets and minimising costs for consumers, and finds the Electricity Services Entry Mechanism (ESEM) is a promising means of promoting investment: https://bit.ly/4gWVUoo

New inquiry | The Treasurer has asked us to undertake an inquiry into the 2018 Goods and Services Tax (GST) distribution reforms. Watch this space for the call for submissions. Read the Terms of Reference and subscribe to receive updates: https://bit.ly/3KJvQB4 #GST #AusEcon

1/ ⚖️Competitive neutrality means government businesses shouldn’t have an unfair advantage over private businesses just because they are government-owned.

Our new research project will highlight opportunities to support the health of Australia's ecosystems through policy reform. The first case study will examine how govts can improve regulatory settings to enable the use of nature-based solutions. https://bit.ly/46resZ3 #Environment #Water

Our Chair Danielle Wood will open CEDA's Driving Productivity Growth event on 22 Oct with PC's ongoing 5 pillars of productivity inquiries (https://bit.ly/4m9246d) and proposed reforms for driving Australia's productivity growth. Register to attend: https://bit.ly/4nFkKLw

1/ Latest productivity numbers | Despite signs of improvement, Australia’s workforce is barely more productive now than it was prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CLOSING TODAY | In our 5 pillars of #productivity inquiries, we have been exploring actionable recommendations that support governments in delivering meaningful and measurable reforms to boost productivity: https://bit.ly/4m9246d Call for submissions closes at 5pm today. #AusEcon

Call for submissions to our 5 pillars of productivity inquiries closes at 5pm AEST Mon 15 Sept 2025. Share your insights and experiences in a submission: https://bit.ly/4m9246d It can be a short note, a letter or a detailed document. Your contribution helps us shape better public policy outcomes.

'We are making investments now that will be in place for 20, 25, 30 years. These investments have to be as efficient as they can be.' Commissioner Barry Sterland on why efficient #NetZero transformation and bolstering #climate #resilience are vital for productivity: https://bit.ly/3UGBuWj

Call for submissions to our 5 pillars of productivity inquiries closes on Monday 15 September 2025. Read the interim reports and share your feedback: https://bit.ly/4m9246d Your insights help us shape better public policy outcomes. #Productivity #AusEcon #Consultation #Policy

1/ Since the release of our interim report on the final review of the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement, we have received submissions from over 100 organisations and individuals. View submissions: bit.ly/45XSfD6

Commissioner Catherine de Fontenay on building the skills and adaptability of the Australian workforce: https://bit.ly/41xPhCt 'This is also important for wellbeing. We want people to get the qualifications they want and into jobs they're suited for and reach their full potential.'

What we heard through our consultations | To better understand the challenges faced by stakeholders and the solutions available to government, we sought input on some key topics. Explore the key themes that emerged from these consultations: (1/7)

Commissioner Selwyn Button writes about the unique importance of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and the evidence that shows how community-led approaches are driving progress in early life outcomes: https://bit.ly/427hVdX

Call for submissions to our interim report on National Competition Policy analysis closes on Fri 5 Sept: https://bit.ly/3HolZiQ We analyse the economic effects of two policy reforms – occupational licensing reform to promote labour mobility and adopting international and overseas standards.

New research paper | The care economy, a significant part of ‘human services’, involves services such as health, aged care, child and disability care.

Has all this talk of productivity got you wondering - what actually is productivity? ✖️ Is it about working longer hours? ✖️ Is it about doing more with less training and support or fewer resources and tools?

CLOSING SOON | Applications for Public Policy Manager in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stream close on Sunday 24 August 2025. If you have a strong background in public policy, leadership and a drive to create positive change, please read more and apply now: https://bit.ly/45e5IEY

View public hearings | The PC's Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement Review public hearings, over Tue 19 August - Thurs 21 August, are open for viewers to join. Find out more and join online: https://bit.ly/3UEh7ZO

Work with us | Are you passionate about web content management and have experience in using Drupal? We are looking for a Web Publisher to join our web team and help ensure our information is easily available and accessible on the web. Read the full description and apply now: https://bit.ly/4mTh74B

In her address to the National Press Club of Australia, PC Chair Danielle Wood shared 'a taster of the PC's practical reform suggestions' while reflecting on what applying a growth mindset to Australia's productivity growth challenges could look like. (1/3)

Chair Danielle Wood's Press Club address today (https://ab.co/4mJ7cyj) will include work from our interim reports on practical reforms to boost Australia’s productivity.  Explore the 5 pillars of productivity inquiries & share your feedback: https://bit.ly/4m9246d #AusEcon

'If we don’t act in the face of rising demand, we risk a future where care becomes unaffordable, inaccessible, and inequitable.' Angela Jackson highlights the need for urgent action for improving quality & efficiency of care, pointing to reforms from our interim report: https://bit.ly/3UZYxvo

Interim report | In recent decades, Australians have enjoyed more choice in services and better-quality care, but the system is coming under increasing pressure to deliver high quality services at a sustainable cost. (1/10)

New episode | Commissioner Alison Roberts tells Richard about how we can deliver better quality #care #services more efficiently, drawing on the work in our interim report 'Delivering quality care more efficiently'. Listen where you get your podcasts: www.pc.gov.au/inquiries/cu...

Join the team | We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Public Policy Manager to join our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stream to lead a body of work with the PC’s second review of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. (1/3)

Out now | Delivering quality care more efficiently, is the final of five interim reports we have published over two weeks setting out practical reforms to boost Australia’s productivity: bit.ly/41zv2V0 (1/6)

✏️A more educated and skilled workforce can increase its output from the same time spent working, boosting productivity. Our interim report recommends changes in schools, tertiary education & training, workforce entry requirements that can help build this essential pillar of a growing economy. (1/10)

New episode | Commissioner Catherine de Fontenay and Richard discuss the focus of our interim report - strengthening the adaptability of Australia’s #workforce. They also explore the report's draft recommendations for building a skilled and adaptable Australian workforce. bit.ly/41xPhCt #AusEcon

'How can we... help #schools teach basic skills? make it easier to train & study mid-career? make it simpler to enter a new field?' Commissioner Catherine de Fontenay and Dep. Chair Alex Robson unpack draft recommendations on building a skilled & adaptable Australian #workforce bit.ly/411XFdr

Out now | To keep pace with changing tech and trends in the jobs market, Australian workers will need solid foundational skills, smooth pathways to upskilling, and easier entry into new occupations. (1/9)