Frequently-asked media questions

What does CEDA do?

CEDA is a not-for-profit membership organisation devoted to researching and discussing Australia's economic development. CEDA provides thought leadership and policy perspectives on the economic and social issues affecting Australia. Read more.

What does CEDA offer the media?

CEDA aims to explain policy challenges and options in a well-informed and balanced way. It is not a lobby group, nor is it aligned to side of politics. CEDA members come from a broad spectrum of business, governments (federal, state and local), the universities and community groups.

What CEDA research can media access?

Can I attend CEDA events?

Many of our events are open to the media. Click here for more information or contact your local office for specific event attendance.

Does "thought leadership" imply a particular political point of view?

No. CEDA aims to develop debate rather than close it off. We bring ideas and expertise to the public policy debate, and develop and publish sound options. CEDA is, and always has been, proudly independent of politics.

What is CEDA's history and reputation?

CEDA was founded in 1960 by Sir Douglas Copland, one of the most important figures in Australian economics. Read more.

It is chaired by Geoff Allan AM, and the Board of Governors includes figures such as former prime ministers Malcolm Fraser and Bob Hawke, academics Professor Adrienne Clarke and Nobel laureate Professor Peter Doherty, noted business figures Richard Warburton and Michael Chaney, and former Reserve Bank deputy governor John Phillips.

Our members include 900 of Australia's leading organsaitions - from ASX100 to universities, government departments and professional services companies.

What issues does CEDA comment publicly on?

CEDA's Chief Executive, Professor the Hon Stephen Martin comments on a broad range of economic issues, from monetary policy to water supply to the broadband. We have a special focus on the topics in our research program. Contact us to find out more.