Understanding The Impact Of Social, Economic And Geographic Disadvantage On The Health Of Australians In Mid - Later Lif
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$1,943,571.00
Summary
This research will examine the ways in which social, economic and environmental factors contribute to the health of Australians in mid to later life. It will help identify ways in which policy and preventive programs can contribute to improving health in mid to later life particularly among disadvantaged Australians. We will explore in detail social, economic and environmental factors in 100,000 people aged 45 and over; this will be the largest study of its kind ever undertaken in Australia. We ....This research will examine the ways in which social, economic and environmental factors contribute to the health of Australians in mid to later life. It will help identify ways in which policy and preventive programs can contribute to improving health in mid to later life particularly among disadvantaged Australians. We will explore in detail social, economic and environmental factors in 100,000 people aged 45 and over; this will be the largest study of its kind ever undertaken in Australia. We will examine the relationship between these social, economic factors, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, physical activity, environmental and obesity. This will enable us to identify where programs and policies should be directed to most rapidly improve the health of disadvantaged Australians.Read moreRead less
Non-urban water regulation: next generation compliance & enforcement . This project aims to develop the next generation of regulatory technology in non-urban water compliance and enforcement. Effective technologies are needed to make government regulation more efficient, reduce regulatory burdens and improve compliance with complex laws. This project delivers new ways to optimise regulatory technologies that drive innovation, reduce costs and enhance sustainable water use. Expected outcomes incl ....Non-urban water regulation: next generation compliance & enforcement . This project aims to develop the next generation of regulatory technology in non-urban water compliance and enforcement. Effective technologies are needed to make government regulation more efficient, reduce regulatory burdens and improve compliance with complex laws. This project delivers new ways to optimise regulatory technologies that drive innovation, reduce costs and enhance sustainable water use. Expected outcomes include regulatory guidance strategies and training, advances in applied regulatory theory, and innovative technology tools capturing the complexity of water regulation and supporting decision-making. This will provide public resource savings and ensure fairness and effectiveness of water compliance and enforcement.Read moreRead less
Historical Encyclopedia of Western Australia. To co-ordinate, research, analyse, write and develop an Historical Encyclopedia of Western Australia. The Encyclopedia will be produced as an innovative multimedia CD-ROM and website as well as a printed version.
A Study Of The Economic Impact Of The Northern Territory Fishing Industry
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Summary
Objectives: 1. Investigate the economic impact of fishing on the Northern Territory economy through identification of the multiplier effects associated with the industry's existence
Case Study For Collection Of Economic Data On Commercial Fishing Linked To The National Framework
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$317,622.00
Summary
Fisheries managers, industry and the community have identified that there is a paucity of economic data upon which major fisheries resource management decisions are made. The need for economic data clearly exists. For example: · Government decisions are required on cost recovery, multiple use of marine resources and impacts of coastal developments on fisheries; · Fisheries managers make decisions on adjustment, resource sharing, and management arrangements; · Fishers make decisions ....Fisheries managers, industry and the community have identified that there is a paucity of economic data upon which major fisheries resource management decisions are made. The need for economic data clearly exists. For example: · Government decisions are required on cost recovery, multiple use of marine resources and impacts of coastal developments on fisheries; · Fisheries managers make decisions on adjustment, resource sharing, and management arrangements; · Fishers make decisions on fishing operations, vessel maintenance, replacement and upgrades; and . Processors, boat builders and infrastructure providers make investment decisions.
Each State and Territory in order to meet the objectives of equity, community benefit and efficiency of the use of fisheries resources requires the following: · a financial and economic database of commercial fisheries and processors which is current; · economic indicators for general fisheries management planning; · economic information for structural adjustment of the commercial fishing fleet; and · economic information for resource allocation decision making.
In some jurisdictions the fishing industry, Governments and Fisheries Agencies, along with the community, understand and accept that there are too many commercial primary fishing authorisations available for harvesting Australia’s fisheries resources. Failure to reduce this excess fishing capacity, particularly in Queensland, may lead to deteriorating economics of the industry and unsustainable levels of fishing.
Most States are now beginning to consider/undertake serious adjustment programs. However no methodology has been developed to incorporate financial viability and socio-economic information into the adjustment process. Queensland has just put into place a major policy for the adjustment of the commercial fishing fleet and has set aside $5M for the implementation over three years. However, cost effective implementation which meets fisheries management objectives requires this economic information.
The Queensland Department of Primary Industries is prepared to partly fund a study to gain economic data on their fisheries. QFMA fisheries logbooks, as is the case in all States, do not contain the financial and economic data needed to understand the profitability and behaviour of the fleet. The information has to be collected independently of these logbooks. The project will quantify the economic and financial aspects of the catching and processing sectors of the fishing industry. The information obtained will lead to better decision making by industry and fisheries management. Objectives: 1. Identify the most effective means of determining: the financial performance of the Queensland commercial fishing fleet and processing sector; the state, regional and port economic impacts (output, income and employment) of fishing operations; and economic indicators which can be used for adjustment and management purposes.. 2. Apply the above framework to an economic assessment of Queensland's fisheries. Read moreRead less
Economic Impact Assessment Of FRDC's Annual RD&E Investments: A Three Year Procurement
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$452,225.00
Summary
It is becoming increasingly important for Rural RDCs to continually monitor and evaluate the returns from RD&E investment, as government and industry require greater transparency and accountability of RD&E funds.
In addition to FRDC’s Statutory Funding Agreement requirements for valuing return on investment and use in its Annual Reports, impact assessments of FRDC’s RD&E investments are needed to inform: – Future investment decisions – CRRDC’s overall performance review of impac ....It is becoming increasingly important for Rural RDCs to continually monitor and evaluate the returns from RD&E investment, as government and industry require greater transparency and accountability of RD&E funds.
In addition to FRDC’s Statutory Funding Agreement requirements for valuing return on investment and use in its Annual Reports, impact assessments of FRDC’s RD&E investments are needed to inform: – Future investment decisions – CRRDC’s overall performance review of impact generated by RDCs – Levy payers and government of the performance of investments.
GHD understands that the project will comprise two key components: – An economic impact assessment of up to 20 research projects for the three-year period FY23/24, 24/25, and 25/26 – An individual and aggregated report of all assessed projects at the completion of assessments.
GHD notes that within this period the first five assessments for FY23/24 are required by June 2024 with the remainder of the projects, i.e. 10, due in September 2024. These assessments are required to be consistent with the CRRDC Guidelines for Impact Assessments. FRDC RD&E projects are to be assessed annually to meet Statutory Funding Agreement (SFA) requirements for valuing return on investment for use in FRDC’s Annual Reports and performance of FRDC’s investments. In conducting the impact assessment project it will be important to note that one of FRDC’s key responsibilities is to ensure that research to assist management of fisheries and aquaculture resources is being undertaken to maintain ongoing sustainability. While the primary focus of these benefit-cost analyses over time has been economic impact, with references to environmental and social implications where appropriate, FRDC is increasingly interested in understanding the impact of R&D investments on environmental, social, and economic aspects more holistically.
Objectives: 1. To inform FRDC's delivery of R&D Plans and future investment decisions 2. To provide information on the return of FRDC’s RD&E investment that can be used in FRDC’s annual reporting to the Australian Commonwealth 3. To contribute to populating the Evaluation Framework for FRDC reporting to DAFF under the current SFA agreement 4. To provide FRDC input to the overall performance assessment of the RDCs being compiled by CRRDC Read moreRead less
Predictive analytics from at home telemonitoring of vital signs. Predictive analytics from at home telemonitoring of vital signs. This project aims to reduce unscheduled admissions to hospital, by developing statistical models of people’s health using longitudinal measurements of vital signs and questionnaires. Hospital costs are becoming unsustainable and will overwhelm state budgets within thirty years. Telehealth monitoring to manage chronic disease is becoming increasingly routine internatio ....Predictive analytics from at home telemonitoring of vital signs. Predictive analytics from at home telemonitoring of vital signs. This project aims to reduce unscheduled admissions to hospital, by developing statistical models of people’s health using longitudinal measurements of vital signs and questionnaires. Hospital costs are becoming unsustainable and will overwhelm state budgets within thirty years. Telehealth monitoring to manage chronic disease is becoming increasingly routine internationally and should reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and health service costs. To scale up telehealth services nationally, automated means of assessing changes in an individual health status are needed. This project’s automated risk assessment models are expected to identify exacerbations and orchestrate an optimal response from health services to reduce unscheduled admissions to hospital.Read moreRead less
Tactical Research Fund: Development And Validation Of Effective And Affordable Oyster Production Systems In The Face Of POMS Disease Of Pacific Oysters And QX Disease Of Sydney Rock Oysters - Evaluation From A Production, Research And Economic Perspective
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$25,000.00
Summary
After QX impacted oyster production in 2004, Broken Bay Oyster Association (BBOA) and encouraged by Government at all levels invested in new growing techniques with triploid pacific oysters. NSW DPI forecast 466 bags production by 09/10. by 10/11, BBOA produced 4569 bags - 10 times forecast and was the leading employer in the community and had resulted in an environmental cleanup of 8000 tonnes of rubbish removed. BBOA is today recognised and acknowledged nationally and internationally as an ico ....After QX impacted oyster production in 2004, Broken Bay Oyster Association (BBOA) and encouraged by Government at all levels invested in new growing techniques with triploid pacific oysters. NSW DPI forecast 466 bags production by 09/10. by 10/11, BBOA produced 4569 bags - 10 times forecast and was the leading employer in the community and had resulted in an environmental cleanup of 8000 tonnes of rubbish removed. BBOA is today recognised and acknowledged nationally and internationally as an iconic example of a phoenix industry – emerging from the ashes of disaster. Members became active internationally to understand the disease and possible ways of managing oyster farming in the face of this new threats and invested (in-kind and $$) in world leading research to develop management plans around disease.
Despite significant pro-active undertakings by BBOA & government, on 22/01/2013, POMS was confirmed in a major juvenile growing area in the HR. By 8/02/2013, POMS has been identified throughout the Hawkesbury, Patonga and Brisbane Waters estuaries. Oyster losses are extreme (99% death of juvenile oysters) and still unfolding. The disease speed of infection and level of devastation was unprecedented. Oyster businesses got minimal notice to handle or sell stock before it became un-saleable.
To move forward, BBOA recognises the need to work with stakeholders (researchers, administrators and other river citizens) to identify possible survival mechanisms for the oyster industry in the Hawkesbury. IMPORTANTLY, the combination of QX and POMS offers a unique opportunity for production solutions to be identified, analysed and costed as a planning tool for other as yet unaffected oyster production areas around Australia. The devastating speed of the disease has resulted in the total removal of cash flow from BBOA and limited their opportunity to respond with alternate production methods. Objectives: 1. Review current production and culture methods and possible alternatives as they relate to mitigating POMS. 2. Determine feasibility of alternative options through benefit cost analysis. 3. Review current administrative and regulatory barriers to change and methods to overcome them. Read moreRead less
Australian Fisheries Economic Statistics: Stage 1 Scoping Paper
Funder
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Funding Amount
$11,578.15
Summary
Objectives: 1. To develop options for an annual economic review and in doing so to assess its usefulness, feasibility, cost, and to determine who should pay