Social cohesion
How can Australia continue to be a leading plural and diverse society?
16 July 2026
The rapid development and implementation of Australia’s social media age restrictions has led to a global race, as well as challenges in enforcement, implementation and evaluation here at home. Broader digital duty of care legislation could help address some of the underlying issues and better protect young people online.
Terry Flew
Recent changes to Australia’s Paid Parental Leave scheme are a positive development. However, government can do more to value care work as a social good, including by encouraging fathers to take paternity leave and integrating parental leave with childcare and education policies.
Sarah Duffy & Emilee Gilbert
A childcare system that responds to the actual needs of families and local communities will improve equity and increase productivity. Here’s what a flexible, place-based approach might look like.
Teddy Nagaddya, Jenna Condie, Sharlotte Tusasiirwe and Kate Huppatz
Appointing some ministers from outside parliament could help boost representation and improve policymaking.
Osmond Chiu
