Imagining a more sustainable Australia

In the wake of COVID-19, we need to reimagine a nation that integrates global, national and local thinking and solutions for our collective benefit.

Inspiring a brighter future

COVID-19 created new ways of working together overnight, but as restrictions are eased, what we do now and what comes next matters even more.

Fuel security shouldn’t save the fossil fuel industry

A ‘gas-driven recovery’ and further investment in fossil fuels should not be a part of Australia’s response to the pandemic, says a UNSW climate justice expert.

Is COVID-19 the dress rehearsal for climate change?

The lessons we have learnt from the impact of COVID-19 may help businesses manage climate risk in the future.

The army must be ready to fight more than fires

The ADF’s primary focus on defending the nation has not changed but the military can still lend a hand when the nation is burning.

Learning from disaster

Australia was largely unprepared for either the major bushfires of the summer or the current pandemic. The government’s response to each was very difficult, but both hold lessons as we plan to face future challenges.

Reconstructing pharmaceutical chains after COVID-19

India’s pharmaceutical industry is set to benefit as the world looks to diversify the global supply chain away from China.

COVID-19 makes waves for international shipping

The impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the cruise ship industry has attracted much attention in recent weeks. But the associated global economic slowdown means that the impact of the crisis on other parts of international shipping will be even more severe.

Welcome to post-pandemic Australia

The Australia emerging from the coronavirus crisis will be different from before. We will still trade with the world, but we will take more account of our interests than before, and we will trust government more.

Covid-19 shows Australia needs a national sovereignty strategy

Covid-19 has sounded a national wake-up call that ceding sovereignty to the free market presents an unacceptable risk in critical areas.

Improving Australia’s fuel security

Having an offshore national oil reserve may buy Australia time during a supply crisis, but it will do little to address our supply-chain vulnerabilities. Building more facilities in Australia is the only way to protect the nation during future emergencies.

Democracies need alliances to secure vital supply chains

Relying more on domestic production and our political allies for trade will have its costs, but it will also have benefits for governments, for business and ultimately for citizens seeking greater security and better health.