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The IPA is an independent, non-profit public policy think tank, dedicated to preserving and strengthening the foundations of economic and political freedom. The voice for freedom Join us Donate This research paper examines the extent to which Australian state and federal governments provide funding to non-government organisations that engage in lobbying back to government. Stacking the Deck: How Government Lobbies Itself and Funds the Distortion of Democracy Find out more! In this report, you will find our analysis of the eleven main drivers of the decline in investment in our resources sector and the lost opportunities this represents for mainstream Australians. Losing Its Lustre: 11 Reasons Why Investment In The Australian Resources Sector Is In Decline Find out more! IPA Website Banner

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