Melbourne Institute: Applied Economic & Social Research
Celebrating 60 years of research
We are Australia’s pre-eminent economic and social policy research centre. For 60 years our world-class economists have conducted rigorous, independent research and analysis, providing an evidence base for effective policy reform. We help to solve some of the most pressing and complex issues affecting ordinary Australians, striving to advance opportunity, equity and prosperity for our nation.
News
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The Inflation Gauge recorded higher prices for January, in addition to a rise in the cost of living
The Inflation Gauge recorded higher prices for January, in addition to a rise in the cost of living.
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Australians want long-term solutions from the government rather than temporary reliefs to address energy poverty
Our latest TTPN survey examines how Australians are dealing with rising energy prices and the interventions they want from the government to address energy poverty.
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Research: Regional interventions needed to help young people transition from high school to employment
New research from the Melbourne Institute, University of Melbourne, shows youth in Australia find it harder to transition from high school to employment when compared to youth in many other countries.
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Charitable giving in Australia is bouncing back, but not quite to pre-pandemic levels
Our latest TTPN survey examines how rates of giving, volunteering and lending a helping hand have changed in Australia as we’ve moved back to pre-pandemic levels of activities and socialising.
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Data Tools and Indicators
We apply cutting-edge statistical and econometric methodology to primary and secondary data sets, producing trusted tools and insights for government, education, business and community organisations.
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Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey
Our HILDA survey has provided crucial insights into Australian life for over two decades. The only nationally representative long-term study of households in this country, it has followed the same group of Australians since 2001.
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Conferences and Forums
The Melbourne Institute hosts of a variety of conferences, forums and a virtual colloquium throughout the year that both inform and shape Australia's social policy.
