When the only way forward is to collaborate

There are some wicked problems where collaboration cannot be avoided. Australia's federated system means a range of agencies and governments need to work together to deal with complex, ever-changing problems involving varied interests.

There are some wicked problems where collaboration cannot be avoided.  Access to water in south-east Australia where our most productive river catchment crosses three states, is subject to periodic droughts and is managed by multiple bodies is an example.  Australia's federated system means a range of agencies and governments need to work together to deal with complex, ever-changing problems involving varied interests. Bridging the institutional void looks at the use of the DIAD approach which incorporates diversity, interdependence and authentic dialogue, and how it was used in California to deal with similar issues to find a way forward.