About Us

The McKell Institute is a progressive research institute dedicated to providing practical and innovative solutions to contemporary policy challenges.

Headquartered in Sydney, NSW, the Institute has branches in Queensland, Victoria/Tasmania, South Australia/Northern Territory, and Western Australia. 

Research & Analysis

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October 2026
// AUS, TAS
reports
The Economic Risks of the Tasmanian Government’s Approach to Budget Repair
The McKell Institute’s third State Budget report examines the economic risks of Tasmania’s spending-cut approach...
October 2026
// TAS
reports
Budget Cuts in Practice
Tasmania’s proposed expenditure cuts risk negatively impacting public services, the State’s economy and its financial...
October 2026
// AUS
reports
The Resilience Delivery Gap
As Australia experiences more frequent and severe weather events, The Resilience Delivery Gap report highlights...

News & Opinion 

Announcement from the McKell Institute National Board

At our recent national board meeting, the McKell Institute formally thanked Melissa Donnelly and Thomas Costa Θωμάς Κόστα for their service as we accepted their resignations from the board as they head off to even bigger things. We once again congratulate Melissa on...

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