Ageing population and shrinking workforce requires a major policy reset for Australia
The rapidly changing nature of Australia’s workforce is an issue policymakers and the economic commentariat are going to have to get their heads around.
Election 2022: What can small business owners expect from the next government and is that what they really need?
In this third instalment of a four-part series, Neil Slonim, an independent SME finance advocate, takes a closer look at which of the major parties are better for small business.
Trade apprenticeships hit all-time high, but Aussie businesses still face a growing skills gap
Aussie businesses are still facing a growing tech talent gap, with small businesses and startups struggling to find skilled staff.
Our skill shortages shouldn’t be a basis for picking permanent migrants. Here’s why
According to a Grattan Institute report, there is no particular reason to think that temporary or even “medium term” skill shortages are the best criteria for selecting permanent migrants who will live and work in Australia for decades to come.
Hospitality industry calls for COVID-19 recovery visa, as job vacancies reach 100,000
Business groups are urging the government to address the shortage of international workers and its effect on small businesses.
The perks of perks: In a skills shortage, how can small businesses win qualified talent?
When considering a job offer, six in 10 Australian employees will prioritise perks over base salary, according to new research from Robert Half.
The age of lifelong employees is dead: Why contractors are the future
It doesn’t matter how cool a company’s offer is, because talented and technical contractors don't want to sign away years of their lives.
Farming must change its image and embrace technology, city life and millennials
So why do we need to encourage young people into agriculture and farming? It’s simple: not enough people are taking up careers in agriculture.
Low literacy and numeracy skills a major pain point for employers: Report
New research has revealed that Australian small businesses are struggling with skill shortages that are restricting their ability to develop.
