Anecdotal evidence strongly suggests that internships and other forms of unpaid work experience (UWE) are becoming increasingly common in Australia.

Empowering YOUth Initiatives was an employment program for young people aged 15 to 24 years at risk of long-term unemployment. It trialled innovative approaches to improving participants’ skills and helping them progress towards sustainable employment. This report outlines a high-level process and impact evaluation strategy for the Empowering YOUth Initiatives.

The 2016 Australian Jobs has been released. This report provides a great starting point for users to gain an appreciation of trends in the labour market and factors that should be considered when looking for work or making career and training choices. The publication contains a wealth of information, including summaries for states and territories...

Federal Department of Employment discussion paper outlining options for reform of the Road Safety Remuneration System. The Department of Employment will be undertaking consultations during April 2016 on these options with industry stakeholders in locations around Australia, including regional centres.

The CSIRO’s ‘Tomorrow’s Digitally Enabled Workforce’ report is an important foundation for policy makers grappling with the future of work in Australia. The findings of the report underpin the work already being undertaken by the Department of Employment to address the impact of rapid technological development, new business and employment models, increasing globalisation and social...