January 2024 Australian Labour Market for Migrants report released

This story was first published on Wednesday 31 January 2024.

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The latest Australian Labour Market for Migrants report is now available.

The January 2024 report notes that while the Australian labour market continues to perform well with a low unemployment rate, international uncertainty and other forward economic indicators suggest the Australian labour market is softening and may experience subdued conditions over the period ahead.

The Hot Topic for this edition provides an overview of the number of primary employer-sponsored temporary skill visas granted to overseas workers to help to meet workforce needs in Australia, by regional classification.

This report provides high-level data and analysis on the Australian labour market, to better inform people interested in working in Australia on a temporary or permanent basis, and organisations providing services to migrants and potential visa applicants.