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FIRST 2026 TRUE ISSUES SURVEY PUTS A SPOTLIGHT ON THE NATION’S ECONOMIC DIRECTION AND HOUSEHOLD AFFORDABILITY STRESSES
Our two new True Issues reports for February 2026 show how confidence in the economy is at a 13 year low and what the public think of possible policy responses.

CASE STUDY: HOW LOWER MURRAY WATER USES CUSTOMER INSIGHTS TO CONTINUOUSLY LIFT SERVICE OUTCOMES
This is a piece of detailed analysis by JWS Research that uses multiple waves of quantitative data to cumulatively highlight the valuable role that public opinion research can play in assisting difficult budget management decision making by government.

TRUE ISSUES 39: PERSISTENT COST OF LIVING AND HOUSING PRESSURES AND RISING CONCERN ABOUT SOCIAL DIVISION
True Issues 39 shows cost of living and housing remain top concerns for Australians, alongside increasing worry about energy costs and social cohesion.
True Issues
True Issues is a unique regular trends monitor that provides the latest information on issue priorities impacting Australians.
True Issues, reported in the Australian Financial Review, has become an important and widely reported tool, tracking what Australians truly care about and where those priorities sit within the broader issues landscape. With data dating back to 2013 you can easily see what priorities drive choices in the marketplace and public discussion.
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