We know that working with Open data can be time-consuming. Sourcing, cleaning, and visualising information takes effort—especially when trying to make sense of complex social and economic issues. That’s why we’ve developed Pre-Packed Suitcases: curated, auto-refreshing sets of data insights and visualisations designed to give you a head start. 

These pre-built folders of data Insights are tailored to specific domains and are ready to be used as building blocks for grant applications, place-based work and benchmarking. They are built from trusted government data sources and automatically update when new data is available, ensuring you always have access to the latest insights. 

What’s more, they can be localised—allowing you to easily update location variables (State, LGA, SA2, and similar) to align with your own specific context. 

We are excited to introduce our latest collection of Pre-Packed Suitcases across eight key domains

1. Mothers and Babies Health

Mothers and babies health data provides insights into the age, background, and prenatal behaviors of expectant mothers, including factors like access to antenatal care, and health behaviors during pregnancy. This information helps identify the needs of mothers and babies, offering a clearer picture of community health and early developmental trends.

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

Mothers and Babies Health

2. Youth Engagement

Youth engagement data provides insights into the behaviors of young people, including factors like access to education, participation in community activities, and employment opportunities. This information helps identify the needs of youth, offering a clearer picture of community dynamics and emerging social trends.

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

ABS Labour Force – Timeseries

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics.
  • The data includes data that is released at a range of cadences, from monthly to bi-annual.
  • For further information, refer to the ABS.

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics.
  • The data is released annually.
  • This dataset also includes a subset of data from the Census, trend over time Insights that use these datapoints will refer to the number of Census years included.
  • For further information, refer to the ABS.

2021 Census of Population and Housing

  • This data set contains data related to population and housing from the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census.
  • The 2021 Census was held on 10 August 2021.
  • The Census is run every 5 years, trend over time Insights that use this dataset will refer to the number of Census years included.
  • For further information, refer to the ABS.

NAPLAN Results

  • This data set is sources from Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Agency (ACARA)
  • ACARA reports NAPLAN national results for each year level tested (Years 3, 5, 7 and 9) and domain for Australia as a whole and by state/territory.
  • For further information, refer to the ACARA.

3. Community Demographics

Understanding key demographics is the foundation of planning and building a case for funding. This Suitcase includes indicators such as population size, age distribution, cultural diversity, household structures, and more. 

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

2021 Census of Population and housing 

  • This data set contains data related to population and housing from the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census. 
  • The 2021 census was held on 10 August 2021. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS.

Regional Population by Age and Sex 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

4. Family and Domestic Violence

Safe communities enable people to thrive. These Suitcases brings together critical insights on crime rates, domestic and family violence reports, and community safety to support local interventions and advocacy.

Datasets 

Crime statistics are collected and held at the state and territory level, so we’ve created a unique Suitcase for each Australian state and territory. This ensures that the data is organised by location, making it easier to access and use for specific regions. 

Note: Safety and Domestic Violence Data are not available for Tasmania. 

The Datasets used to build these pre-packed Suitcases include: 

NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research

  • This data set is sourced from NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR).
  • The data is released quarterly.
  • For further information, refer to BOCSAR

Queensland Police Open Data Portal 

  • This data set is sourced from the Queensland Police Open Data Portal. 
  • The data is released monthly. 
  • For further information, refer to QLD Police Open Data Portal. 

South Australia Government Data Directory 

  • This data set is sourced from South Australia Government Data Directory. 
  • The data is released quarterly. 
  • For further information, refer to the Data SA. 

Victorian Crime Statistics Agency 

  • This data set is sourced from The Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) who are responsible for processing, analysing and publishing Victorian crime statistics, independent of Victoria Police. 
  • The data is released quarterly. 
  • For further information, refer to the CSA. 

ACT Crime Quarterly Statistics 

  • This data set is sourced from ACT Policing. 
  • The data is released quarterly. 
  • For further information, refer to the ACT Policing. 

Government of Western Australia 

  • This data set is sourced from Western Australia Police Force. 
  • The data is released quarterly. 
  • For further information, refer to WA Crime Statistics. 

Northern Territory Government 

  • This data set is sourced from the Northern Territory Government Open Data Portal. 
  • The data is released monthly. 
  • For further information, refer to NT Government Open Data Portal. 

5. Housing Security

Access to stable and affordable housing is a key determinant of wellbeing. This Suitcase provides insights into housing stress, rental affordability, homelessness rates, and housing availability. 

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

2021 Census of Population and housing 

  • This data set contains data related to population and housing from the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census. 
  • The 2021 Census was held on 10 August 2021. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23 

  • This dataset is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS.

AIHW Specialist Homelessness Services 

  • This dataset is sources from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.
  • Local level data is released annually. Data is available monthly at the State and Territory level and can be accessed via out Explore Data tool.
  • For further information, refer to the AIWH.

6. Early Childhood

The early years set the foundation for lifelong outcomes. This Suitcase includes key indicators on early childhood development, preschool enrolment, childhood health, and family support structures. 

Supplementing this is the AEDC Suitcase, which includes detailed information about children’s development in the first year of school. 

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

2021 Census of Population and housing 

  • This data set contains data related to population and housing from the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census. 
  • The 2021 Census was held on 10 August 2021. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Regional Population by Age and Sex 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Australian Immunisation Register

  • This data set is sourced from Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care.
  • The data is released quarterly and represents a rolling average of the previous 4 quarters.
  • For further information, refer to the Department.

7. Physical and Mental Health

Health and wellbeing shape individual and community resilience. This Suitcase covers data on childhood immunisations, chronic disease prevalence, mental health statistics and hospital admissions. 

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

2021 Census of Population and Housing 

  • This data set contains data related to population and housing from the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census. 
  • The 2021 Census was held on 10 August 2021. 
  • The Census is run every 5 years. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

AIHW Mental Health, Suicide and Self-Harm 

  • This data set is sourced from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. 
  • Data is released annually and the lowest geographical area available is Statistical Area Level 3 (SA3) 
  • For further information, refer to the AIHW. 

Australian Immunisation Register 

  • This data set is sourced from Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care. 
  • The data is released quarterly and represents a rolling average of the previous 4 quarters. 
  • For further information, refer to the Department. 

National Disability Insurance Scheme 

  • This data set is sourced from National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). 
  • The data is released quarterly. 
  • For further information, refer to the NDIA. 

8. Economy and Employment

A strong local economy supports community prosperity. This Suitcase provides insights into employment rates, income distribution, industry growth, and economic participation. 

Datasets 

Datasets used to build this pre-packed Suitcase include: 

Data by Region 2011, 2016-23 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data is released annually. 
  • This dataset also includes a subset of data from the Census, trend over time insights that use these datapoints will refer to the number of Census years included. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

ABS Labour Force – Timeseries 

  • This data set is sourced from Australian Bureau of Statistics. 
  • The data includes data that is released at a range of cadences, from monthly to bi-annual. 
  • For further information, refer to the ABS. 

Unlocking the Power of Localised Data 

A standout feature of our Pre-Packed Suitcases is their ability to be localised—giving you the flexibility to easily update the location variables to ensure relevance to your work. 

Get Started Today 

Our latest Pre-Packed Suitcases are designed to help you save time, uncover insights faster, and strengthen data-driven decision-making. Whether you’re a community leader, grant-maker, or service provider, these ready-to-use datasets empower you to focus on action rather than data wrangling. 

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