The Australian Public Policy Institute (APPI), formerly the James Martin Institute for Public Policy, was officially launched on 23 May, following the announcement of its rebrand in April. Based in Sydney and Canberra, APPI unites governments and universities to improve public policy.
"We are excited to be launching the Australian Public Policy Institute, as a milestone of our growth and success over the last three years. Our growing coalition of government and university partners share a deep commitment to improving policy outcomes for all Australians." - Professor Libby Hackett, CEO of APPI
APPI is guided by our belief that good public policy starts with evidence. We partner with government to identify public policy solutions, mobilising university expertise to address the most pressing challenge in Australia.
The rebrand builds on the Institute's work with the NSW Government, leading universities and the newly announced Memorandum of Understanding with the Australian Public Service Commission, opening new opportunities to advance policy outcomes nationwide.
Explore new website features such as our dedicated Policy Areas which feature the Institute's work in the following areas:
Policy Talks: mobilising public finance for a future ready economy
Event
This networking event was held on 12 May and explored how NSW can employ innovative approaches to public finance to help government meet its most urgent economic and societal goals. The evening included a keynote address from The Hon. Anoulack Chanthivong MP, NSW Minister for Industry and Trade and Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology. A further panel discussion drew on insights from the APPI Report, “A Mission-Oriented Approach to Public Finance for NSW,” authored by Simon Rowell as part of his Senior Policy Fellowship.
From classroom to clinic: strategies for recruiting and retaining men in nursing in NSW
Publication
Written by APPI Policy Fellow Jodie Brabin from Charles Sturt University, this report proposes a series of targeted strategies to help address the ongoing nursing workforce shortages in New South Wales (NSW), outlining ways to recruit and retain more men into the profession.
Dr Ant Bagshaw has been appointed the new Deputy CEO of the Australian Public Policy Institute, further enhancing the Institute’s offering in Canberra. This appointment, following the Institute’s rebrand and 2030 Strategy, will help build our capacity to support the Commonwealth Government, our capability to address interjurisdictional policy challenges, and broaden our university partnerships across Australia.
Researchers from the University of Wollongong lead the charge for vaping policy change and regulation
Policy Pioneers
Our latest Policy Pioneers article features Dr Jody Moller and Dr Celine Kelso from the University of Wollongong. The two researchers are leading experts in the chemical analysis of vaping products in Australia. For a project in collaboration with NSW Health, they analysed over 1200 vaping products to provide practical guidance on regulation, which directly contributed to vaping policy for federal and state governments.
Local approaches to managing and recovering from natural disasters
Webinar
Hosted last month, this webinar explored how local approaches and strategies can effectively support disaster management efforts, showcasing pragmatic opportunities in the face of future challenges. Through its Policy Challenge Grants program, APPI has supported research teams at Western Sydney University, led by Professor Ann Dadich and the University of Sydney, led by Associate Professor Margot Rawsthorne in identifying policy opportunities that engage and empower local action to confront the devastation caused by natural disasters and bolster future recovery efforts.
The Policymaker is a digital publication of the APPI, offering a platform for policymakers, researchers and the public to engage with solutions-focused public policy ideas.
Men at work: tackling nursing workforce shortages in NSW
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