An analysis of the Commonwealth Government’s 2025-26 budget that focuses on the aspects targeting and impacting on workers, working lives and labour markets. The paper finds the budget is characterised by the absence of any significant initiatives, although the surprise tax cuts are welcome.

As the Albanese Labor Government nears the end of its first term in office, this brief provides a broad assessment of its employment record and where applicable, compares it with historical government performance. The brief finds that the Government has overseen the most sustained period of low unemployment in recent Australian history.

The impact, effectiveness and consequences of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 and the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes Act) 2023 are detailed in this review, which finds the reforms to be broadly appropriate and effective. The draft report provides an opportunity for feedback on the preliminary findings and...

This report provides a detailed look at wage trends around the world and in different regions, highlighting changes in wage inequality and real wage growth. It explores key challenges workers face globally and sheds light on patterns of income differences between and within countries. The report concludes that reducing wage inequality requires both strong wage...

The OECD Employment Outlook looks at the latest labour market developments and prospects in OECD member countries. This year's edition also assesses the impact of the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050 on the labour market and the jobs of millions of workers. While total employment will not change much, many jobs will be lost...