Productivity Commission
Public Policy OfficesVictoria, Australia51-200 Employees
The Productivity Commission, based in Docklands, Victoria, is an independent research and advisory body serving the Australian Government. Its remit spans economic, social, and environmental issues, with conclusions grounded in its own analysis rather than directives from government. Its core function is to conduct public inquiries and studies to inform policy, and it invites public participation through submissions and hearings after draft reports; for example, its disability-support inquiry contributed to the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The commission also undertakes supplementary research to outline future directions for reform and to incorporate diverse perspectives. Participation is open to individuals and organizations, and hearings after draft reports provide opportunities to elaborate on submissions or present new information. In 2024 it released an AI policy playbook intended to guide government action in the AI landscape.