This proposal would establish an ongoing independent Equality Commission (the Commission) with one president and four part-time commissioners. The Commission would have staffing levels similar to the Commonwealth Grants Commission.

Each year the Commission would receive submissions from community organisations, peak bodies, and other interested parties. It would commission expert analysis and provide public advice to government and the Parliament on living costs for various groups and household types, in particular for income support recipients.

The proposal would have effect from 1 July 2019.