Corruption and anti-corruption theory has already been applied to the problems of policing in a multicultural society in Britain and Australia. What can it tell us about the problems facing policing in Australia's remote indigenous communities? There are various conceptions of corruption in the literature and legislation, but there is a strong argument that over and under policing in remote communities is grey area conduct that could constitute police corruption. Anti-corruption theory can be applied to over and under policing to help us diagnose the problem and work towards a treatment program, but it will not provide a ‘one size fits all’ cure.
What is working in good schools in remote indigenous communities?, Issue Analysis No. 86, Centre for Independent Studies, Sydney, 2007
This paper hands down a report card on school attendance, achievement and retention in remote indigenous communities. It examines what is working in good remote schools on the supply side and the demand side.
Tackling literacy in remote Aboriginal communities, Issue Analysis No. 73, Centre for Independent Studies, 2006
This paper looks at low rates of adult literacy among remote indigenous communities. It examines existing community and private sector projects and proposes initiatives to make community and private sector involvement more efficient and effective.
