The Australian Government has announced a resolution scheme to address millions of potentially miscalculated social security debts resulting from income apportionment. Income apportionment is an unlawful method used to calculate social security debts for payment recipients with employment income prior to December 2020. This paper outlines the Government's response to the issue.

Mothers’ employment rates in Australia have increased over recent decades but having a child is still a pivotal event. This report explores some of the diversity in the employment patterns of new mothers. The findings further build the evidence base on mothers’ employment and could be used to inform policy in a range of areas.

This data portal enables exploration of the latest trends and insights into Australia’s job market by occupation (which categorises workers by the job they do) and industry (which categorises workers based on the industry that that work in). The data is broken down into a number of categories and both datasets are searchable.

The community services sector in Australia plays an essential role in enabling individuals and communities to reach their full potential. However, the sector is experiencing increasing challenges in attracting and retaining workers. This research sought to understand the barriers and enablers of a sustainable workforce – focused on aged care and youth worker roles.

Infrastructure and buildings are responsible for almost a third of Australia’s emissions. This report sets out a plan to overcome worker shortages that are holding Australia back from decarbonising infrastructure projects. It identifies the make-up of the workforce that can decarbonise infrastructure projects, while pinpointing four recommendations to help it upskill and grow.