The outlook looks at the latest labour market developments and prospects in OECD member countries. This edition highlights that the geography of opportunity matters. Local labour markets are also being reshaped by trade and technology shocks. The report highlights the need for policies that support regions and help workers adapt to change.

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.

This article discusses class and economic mobility in Australian workplaces and why it needs to be talked about. It shares insights suggesting that doing so is critical, not just because someone's postcode shouldn’t dictate their fortunes, but because of the economic benefits of more inclusive practices.

From 1996 to 2021, Australia’s rate of housing mobility declined from 18% to 15%. This paper assesses the implications of this shift and outlines the underlying drivers. Past work links this to Australia’s decline in job mobility, but this paper finds at most weak links. The findings challenge a number of common narratives.

This report makes the business case for social mobility, looking at what businesses stand to gain from introducing strategies and practices that promote social mobility in their workforce and what widespread adoption could mean for productivity and economic growth. It provides guidance for business leaders and supportive policy measures.