The research paper is a focused extension of the VET workforce study. It brings together insights into accredited training from First Nations voices, national datasets and stakeholders to strengthen understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce within vocational education and training (VET) and what’s needed to support its growth.

Recruitment practices in Australia continue to evolve as employers draw on a wide range of methods to find staff. Evidence from the Recruitment Experiences and Outlook Survey shows that no single method works for all employers. This report examines the different methods and combinations used by employers, and identifies which methods were considered successful.

This report provides information on Australian labour market conditions. It is intended to inform people interested in working in Australia on a temporary or permanent basis, and to organisations providing services to migrants and visa applicants. This edition includes the contribution of temporary work visas to the construction industry labour market.

The Vocational Education and Training (VET) National Data Asset release and report provides statistical insights on domestic, non-school students that completed a nationally recognised VET qualification in the 2020–21 financial year. The analysis explores the economic, employment and further study outcomes of VET graduates. It highlights the positive economic and employment gains for VET graduates.

The report presents findings on how Australian university graduates transition from study into work and how careers can progress over time. A key feature of the research is its use of linked administrative data, which gives a detailed picture of higher education graduates’ journeys. These insights will be critical in shaping future policy.