Initial referral and terms of reference
Conduct of the inquiry
Structure of the report
Other inquiries
Acknowledgement

Conclusion

Introduction
Development of regional capitals in Australia
Strategic importance of regional capitals
Challenges facing regional capitals
Access to communication technology
Conclusion

Introduction
Federal programs
Does federal funding promote economic development?
Conclusion

Introduction
Infrastructure Australia: Australian Infrastructure Plan
Select Committee on the Scrutiny of Government Budget Measures, second interim report of April 2016
Meeting the infrastructure needs of regional capitals
Conclusion

National strategy
Ensuring decision making and strategic planning is based on accurate data
Fit for purpose roll-out of the National Broadband Network (NBN)
Enhancing the role of regional universities
Tailored funding for regional capitals

Decentralisation