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07 Aug 25

Recognising the role of local government in enhancing national productivity

Local governments across Australia are essential contributors to our national productivity agenda.

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26 May 25

Rising up from the ashes? Unpicking the Victorian Treasurer’s “baptism of fire”

Budgets are more than a glorified balance sheet. They reveal what governments value and what they think the future holds. As Chris Owner explains, the 2025 Victorian Budget tells us much about new Treasurer Jac Symes' approach and expectations for the year ahead.

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16 May 25

The Liberal Party must fix itself before it can fix Australia

The federal Liberal Party's road back to government is long and winding. How can it claw back relevancy and, ultimately, voters? Where should it start? As The Agenda Group Senior Consultant and former Liberal Party strategist James Stevens writes, the Liberals must engage with modern Australia.

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05 May 25

Labor is back, and a new advocacy window opens – if you know how to use it.

Labor's commanding election win means a strategic pivot is required for those advocates seeking to influence policy and shape Australia's future. A few election reflections from Senior Consultant Ryan Sheales. 

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28 Mar 25

Steady Albo does a little, and hopes it’s just enough

Anthony Albanese has now become the first Labor PM to serve a full term since Paul Keating in 1996. But has he done enough to prevail in this election campaign? Analysis by Rhiannon Carter-Buntman.

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26 Mar 25

Underwhelming federal budget contains ‘hollow logs’ full of promise

The 'federal budget nobody wanted' reveals key insights for the election campaign ahead. We hope you enjoy this quick analysis from The Agenda Group's James McGarvey.

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11 Mar 25

Infrastructure Victoria – more than just another voice.

The latest update to Infrastructure Victoria's 30-year infrastructure strategy was released for consultation last week, and this article by our Director – Client Services James McGarvey delves into the independent role that Infrastructure Victoria plays in advising the government on long-term infrastructure needs, and what it means for our state.