Centre for Independent Studies(CIS)
Auto-generatedThe Centre for Independent Studies (CIS) is an Australian independent public policy research institute (think tank) based in Sydney that produces research, policy papers, and events on economics, education, social and related public policy issues.
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5 upcoming events · 23 past events
Upcoming events
A National Approach to Improving Behaviour in Australian Classrooms — Lunch with Julian Leeser
Posted: Oct 17, 2026Lunch event where federal shadow education minister Julian Leeser will address improving behaviour in Australian classrooms. Hosted by the Centre for Independent Studies. Tickets available via the registration link.
NEXT50 Lunch with Julian Leeser MP — Fixing behaviour in Australian classrooms (Thu 19 Nov 2026, 12:30–14:00 local)
Posted: Oct 27, 2026Lunch event where Julian Leeser MP (Shadow Minister for Education) will outline the Coalition's approach to improving student behaviour in Australian schools and take questions. Hosted by Blaise Joseph, CIS Director of Education Program.
Josh Frydenberg on the economy, the political environment and his personal journey — Tue 24 Nov 2026, 18:00–19:30 (AEDT)
Posted: Nov 2, 2026A conversation with Josh Frydenberg and CIS Executive Director Michael Stutchbury on economic and political challenges facing Australia; launch of Frydenberg's memoir A Grateful Son. Event includes opportunity to purchase signed copies.
NEXT50 Lunch — Rights for All, Not for Some: The AHRC at 40 (3 Dec 2026, 12:30–14:00 AEDT)
Posted: Nov 4, 2026Former Australian Human Rights Commission Commissioner Lorraine Finlay joins CIS's Peter Kurti to reflect on five years at the Commission and the role of universal human rights in a divided era.
CIS Members Christmas Soirée (9 Dec 2026, 18:00–19:30 AEDT) — Members Only
Posted: Nov 4, 2026Members-only Christmas Soirée to meet CIS research teams and announce the 2026 Nanny State Award. Social networking event for members and supporters.