The report provides a snapshot of how older and younger workers are perceived, supported and included in Australian workplaces. Despite the tight Australian labour market, the survey highlights persistent age-based barriers to employment at both ends of the age spectrum. It provides actionable insights on recruitment, lifelong learning and training, health and wellbeing, and inclusivity.

The chances of young people accessing decent work with good prospects are significantly lower for those who have not completed secondary school or are not at university or other higher education. This paper reports on interviews with executives and managers in the rapidly expanding IT sector, who are struggling to find the talent they need...

The survey data in this report provides an update on the employment of older workers against time series data from 2014, 2018 and 2021. This year, the survey highlights trends around elevated employee shortages, a sharp fall in the increase in employment levels of older workers over the past year and evidence of ageist employment...

Evaluation of the Career Transition Assistance program finds it improved digital literacy, confidence, and job search skills among mature-age job seekers. While employment outcomes lagged comparison groups initially, participants closed the gap over time. The program’s group-based delivery and tailored support were highly valued, though employer engagement and referrals require strengthening.

This action plan acts as a blueprint on how the New Zealand government can help support and encourage older people to stay in the workforce if they want or need to, and supports the government’s overall employment strategy