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Talent shortage making it tough for employers to fill jobs
A nationwide talent shortage means half of all employers are finding it difficult to fill vacant positions, with skilled trade workers ranking as the most sought after employee group.
Carly McKenna · 2 min
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Immigration cut to protect jobs
As the Australian economy slows, the Government has taken swift action to protect jobs by cutting the immigration intake by 14 percent. Immigration Minister, Chris Evans is set to announce a 14 percent cut to the skilled migration program, capping the number of workers entering Australia at 115,000, down from 133,500 in 2008-09. The decision […]
Jessica Stanic · 2 min