A sustainable, high-quality National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) depends on the strength and stability of the providers who deliver its services. This census reveals that the disability sector continues to face entrenched and systemic workforce challenges that threaten service continuity, quality and long-term viability. The findings reinforce the urgent need for systemic reform.

The Regional Jobs Hubs network brings local employers and jobseekers together to create employment pathways and training and job outcomes for Tasmanians in their local communities. This paper provides an overview of the initiative. It finds that the network has had a real impact and provides a working example of a place-based network operating at...

This research analysed four decades of planning workforce and housing delivery data to expose the crisis facing Australia's planning system. Red tape has created a productivity crisis that more planners can't fix. To solve this complex problem, it is necessary to examine not only planner supply, but also planner demand.

An interactive resource that provides an overview of the Australian labour market at the national, state and regional level by occupation, industry and training. It provides data on employment, job vacancies, median weekly earnings, active businesses, skill shortages, and apprentices and trainees.

This evaluation reports on a program designed to address agricultural workforce shortages and improve pathways to entry-level work for young people. It finds positive outcomes for young people and employers, but challenges with adapting to changing local conditions.