Research report Mar 2019
Gambling in Suburban Australia
This report explores the role of social and environmental factors in influencing EGMs or 'pokies' use in local hotels and clubs.
Research report Mar 2019
This report explores the role of social and environmental factors in influencing EGMs or 'pokies' use in local hotels and clubs.
Practice guide Sep 2020
This practice guide provides evidence-based guidance on screening for and supporting those faced with food insecurity in Australia.
Policy and practice paper Jul 2017
This paper has been blind reviewed by an independent and unaffiliated expert in the field
Policy and practice paper Sep 2017
Electronic gambling machines are a high-intensity form of gambling and the most harmful form of gambling available in Australia.
Commissioned report Nov 2017
This report examines the association between family, neighbourhood and school level disadvantage and children’s cognitive and social outcomes.
Commissioned report Nov 2017
The Cradle to Kinder program is an early intervention program designed to address the needs of vulnerable children and families.
Resource sheet Aug 2023
Information about who is required by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to government child protection authorities
Research programs
The Australian Gambling Research Centre (AGRC) conducts research on gambling behaviour, trends, harms, prevention, treatment and policy.
Research programs
Examining the nature of elder abuse and its prevalence in the Australian population
Family Matters article Mar 2016
This article highlights the importance of systematic reviews for research synthesis, with the strength of this approach demonstrated through the authors’ recent Cochrane review into the effectiveness of school-based programs for the prevention of child sexual abuse.