The inaugural meeting of the re-established Parliamentary Group for Future Generations in the 48th Parliament marks a pivotal opportunity to refocus national momentum on intergenerational fairness and embed long-term thinking at the heart of Australian governance. 

This meeting takes place within a unique context:

• Following the federal election, with a clear mandate and appetite for generational reform.

• Amid growing state and territory momentum for policies that protect future generations.

• In the wake of the Economic Reform Roundtable and energy generated by the potential for collaborative dialogue.

• Against a backdrop of significant international developments, including the UN Declaration on Future Generations and renewed global efforts to institutionalise long-term governance.

Featuring Danielle Wood, Chair of the Productivity Commission, as keynote speaker, the meeting will explore the imperative for continued engagement and dialogue on Australia’s long-term future and unpack opportunities to advance Future Generations Policy in Australia.

Key priorities include:

• Reaffirming multi-partisan support for future generations policy as a unifying approach to tackle intergenerational inequity.

• Strengthening collaboration between parliamentary champions and civil society leaders to drive legislative and policy innovation.

• Platforming initiatives in practice, showcasing how state-level and civil society leadership are shaping long-term thinking.

• Exploring the imperative and opportunity for a National Conversation on Australia’s future.