The national strategy for young Australians is part of the Australian Government’s ongoing process of giving young people a better deal and a voice in decisions that affect them. It will be used as a guide for future Government action to encourage and help young people take charge of their own lives. The Strategy focuses...

This discussion paper set out major topics for the National Resources Sector Employment Taskforce including examining the scope and timing of major resources projects; analysing the expected demand for labour and consider supply issues; and developing a plan to address labour and skills shortage issues in the sector.

This final report of the Baird review of the legislation that governs international education in Australia makes a series of recommendations for reform. The recommendations include:• more support for international students and improved information• stronger consumer protection mechanisms to ensure students are protected from unscrupulous operators• improved regulation of Australia’s international education sector• improved support...

The Australian Blueprint for Career Development is a framework that can be used to design, implement and evaluate career development programs for young people and adults. At its core, the Blueprint identifies the skills, attitudes and knowledge that individuals need to make sound choices and to effectively manage their careers.

Schools are responsible for establishing strategies to ensure that pregnant and parenting students are supported in continuing their education. This policy recognises that pregnant or parenting students are at risk of leaving education and are among the most vulnerable students in relation to retention. These guidelines are intended as a framework, allowing schools the flexibility...