Research Publications

  • Social Policy Research Paper series 
    Produced on an irregular basis, this refereed series enables the Department to disseminate findings (including data and analysis) that stem from major research projects and evaluations. These papers provide detailed project findings to the public.

  • Australian Social Policy Journal 
    An annual journal containing articles on social policy research and analysis. All articles are refereed. Publishes current research and analysis on a broad range of issues topical to Australia's social policy and its administration.

  • Occasional Paper series 
    Produced on an irregular basis, these Occasional Paper series non-refereed papers provide ad hoc information, data and analysis considered useful for government, researchers and the community.

  • Statistical Paper Series 
    Produced on an irregular basis, this non-refereed series is designed to meet the needs of policy makers and researchers by providing authoritative and reliable data on customer numbers and the Department's longitudinal data collections.

  • FaHCSIA Research News 
    This newsletter, produced from 1999 to 2010, provided an overview of and update on research within FaHCSIA, focusing on key findings and outcomes, updates on new departmental publications and promotion of forthcoming events/conferences.

  • Research FaCS Sheet Series 
    This series, running from 1999 to 2002, contains brief overviews of key issues relevant to the then Family and Community Services (FaCS) portfolio, such as home ownership and income distribution.

  • Former Department of Social Security (DSS) Research Publications 
    A collection of Former Department of Social Security (DSS) research publications kept available for historical research.

  • Subscription to FaHCSIA Research Publications 
    Information on copies and subscription to the Department research publications.

  • Longitudinal Data Initiatives 
    Longitudinal data aid the investigation of behavioural determinants and casual factors, and allow researchers to better evaluate the effects of different types of policy interventions over time.

  • Review of the operations of the amendments made to the Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs and Other Legislation Amendment (2008 Budget and Other Measures) Act 2008 
    The review of the operations of the amendments made to the Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs and Other Legislation Amendment (2008 Budget and Other Measures) Act 2008 of 30 June 2010...

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