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& INNOVATION WERE PRIZED

AT HOME AND AFAR?

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WORLD'S CLEAN ENERGY

SUPERPOWER?

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WERE BORN IN DID NOT

DETERMINE YOUR FUTURE?

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WAS ITS COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE?

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WA | The Scam Economy | How to Manage AI-Generated Threats and Build Trust

April 29, 2026 Perth Join strategic communications guru Feyi Akindoyeni for her fascinating insights from the bleeding edge of AI-driven crisis management, followed by a panel discussion with leading finance, cyber, tech and policy experts Register

Research Report December 1, 2025

A middle path: How gentle density can help solve Australia's housing crisis

Reforms that allow modest increases to housing density could add close to one million new homes across Australia's five largest cities, a new CEDA report has found. Read more

Upcoming events

State of the Nation 2026

June 24, 2026 Canberra Across three days in Canberra, State of the Nation will examine how we achieve sustainable, long-term prosperity for all Australians? Join us on 24-26 June 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping Australia’s future. Register

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Climate and Energy Summit 2026

April 30, 2026 Melbourne CEDA’s Climate and Energy Summit 2026 will tackle the defining economic transformation of our time: the shift to a competitive net zero economy - while strengthening climate resilience and delivering sustainable outcomes. Register

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Health Delivery QLD Conference

May 21, 2026 Brisbane CEDA’s Health Delivery QLD conference will explore practical, system-level solutions for building a more connected, adaptable and future-ready health system for Queensland. Register

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As a think tank with more than 60 years of history, CEDA has shaped the conversation on the long-term social and economic issues facing Australia.

Our Vision

Progress 2050 is our vision for a more prosperous future for the next generation. Find out more about our work in this area.

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CEDA’s Board and Leadership team bring knowledge from government, business, and academia. We are purpose driven and passionate about creating positive change.

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The Committee for Economic Development of Australia is an independent, member-based public policy think tank. Our purpose is to achieve sustainable long-term prosperity for all Australians. Our vision is clear – a better Australia, for all.