More people working as cost-of-living pressures mount
The number of Aussies in full-time employment has seen a significant rise in recent months, highlighting just how much pressure the cost-of-living crisis is having on people.
The ANZ-Indeed index currently sits at 146.2, significantly surpassing its 2019 level, reflecting the job market’s resilience, especially in education, healthcare, and retail sectors. Although tech opportunities have dwindled in 2023, CEO Kris Grant anticipates the unemployment rate will stay below 4%, driven by labor shortages in various trades and sectors. Seek data indicates a 4.6% YoY rise in salaries, with the insurance and superannuation sector leading, while Queensland experiences robust salary growth regionally. Enhancing remuneration packages may become crucial for employers aiming to attract and retain talent in this competitive labor market.
The number of Aussies in full-time employment has seen a significant rise in recent months, highlighting just how much pressure the cost-of-living crisis is having on people.
ASPL Group, a management consultancy, training and recruitment firm specialising in diversity, equity, and inclusion, is highlighting the need for widespread engagement in the public consultation for the Federal Government’s Draft National Autism Strategy. With a commitment to fostering inclusive environments, ASPL Group emphasises the significance of this strategy in enhancing the lives of autistic Australians nationwide.
There is a significant disparity in superannuation between men and women in Australia. To mitigate this, the government’s Working for Women initiative aims to pay superannuation on paid parental leave. It‘s a much-needed move, but is it enough of a kickstart?
Every year International Women’s Day rolls around, bringing with it ideas of celebration like cupcakes, luncheons, and networking events. However, it’s time to question the impact of such festivities on the pressing issue of gender equality.
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