Submissions for government inquiries
Detailed, evidence-based, persuasive submissions that make your case effectively to government.
POLICY · RESEARCH · WRITING · GRANTS
Melbourne, Australia
GS Insights
GS Insights provides policy, research and strategic writing services, including government submissions, policy proposals and grant applications.
PolicyResearchWritingGrants
Enthusiastic and thorough, with delivery you can count on.
01 / HOW I CAN HELP
Clear thinking.
Persuasive writing.
Grant applications
Strong, well-structured applications that clearly address funding criteria, demonstrate need and give your organisation a compelling case for support.
Policy research and development
Focused research, analysis and policy development that explains what is changing, what it means for your organisation, and helps develop clear, evidence-based policy positions and proposals.
Research reports and white papers
Detailed reports with clear findings, practical insights and recommendations that support decision-making.
Strategic writing
Executive briefings, speeches, talking points, fact sheets, briefing packs, annual reports and other communications products.
Editing and document development
Substantive rewriting and editing that strengthens the argument, improves structure and clarity, and turns internally drafted material into a polished final document.
02 / ABOUT GRACE
Policy depth.
Commercial perspective.
Clear communication.
I’m Grace Sutcliffe, an independent policy, research and writing consultant based in Melbourne. Drawing on a decade of experience across government, politics and corporate environments, I bring strong judgement, sharp research skills and high-quality writing, with the ability to quickly understand unfamiliar issues and produce work that is practical, polished and ready to use.
03 / WORKING TOGETHER
Experienced support.
A straightforward process.
You work directly with me from the initial brief through to the final submission. I take ownership of the work, with thorough research and dependable, on time delivery. Bring me in for a defined project, a tight deadline or ongoing support when you need experienced capacity without adding permanent headcount.
A DEFINED PROJECT
One brief. A clear deliverable.
Bring me in for a submission, report, application or important piece of writing. Available now for project-based work.
ONGOING SUPPORT
Extra capacity, when you need it.
Regular research and writing support for your team, without adding permanent headcount. Available for 2–3 days per week of ongoing consulting support.
Frequently asked questions
What does GS Insights do?
GS Insights is an independent policy, research and writing consultancy based in Melbourne, led by Grace Sutcliffe. I provide policy development, government submissions, grant applications, research reports and white papers, strategic writing, and substantive editing and document development.
Can you help develop a policy position or government submission?
Yes. I research and analyse the issue, develop a credible evidence base and help shape clear policy positions and proposals. I also write persuasive submissions for government inquiries that put your organisation’s priorities and evidence in front of government.
Can you turn existing research and notes into a finished document?
Yes. I turn research, data, notes and ideas into a cohesive document tailored to your audience. My editing and document development service strengthens the argument, structure and clarity of internally drafted material.
Can I engage you for a one-off project or ongoing support?
Yes. You can engage me for a defined project, a tight deadline or ongoing research and writing support. I am available for project-based work and 2–3 days per week of ongoing consulting support, working directly with you from the initial brief to the final submission.
Get in touch.
grace@gsinsights.com.au0432 391 966Melbourne, Australia