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Parliament Gives Jobs and Skills Australia the Green Light

Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) legislation has successfully passed through parliament, further securing the Albanese Government’s plan to address significant skills shortages across the country.

Minister for Skills and Training, the Hon Brendan O’Connor MP, said establishing JSA has been a critical priority for the Government.

“The Albanese Government recognises the urgency of the skills crisis facing the nation, which is why the swift passage of this legislation is such an important milestone,” Minister O’Connor said. “A lack of skilled workers is one of the biggest economic challenges currently facing Australia.  Jobs and Skills Australia will bring together unions, employers, state and territory governments to provide independent advice to government on current and emerging workforce needs. It will help improve skills development, employment opportunities and economic growth."

Minister O'Connor continued to say that this will be the most comprehensive study ever undertaken in Australia, the results from which will inform the design of future programs and policies.

The interim JSA body will build on the important work of the National Skills Commission, replacing it a week after royal assent.

JSA’s primary task will be to provide critical advice to governments and industry at a time of significant economic transition.

Further information can be found via the following links:

• See the full Minister's Media Centre Release here.
• Access the new Jobs and Skills Australia website here.
  
  

Date posted Nov 10, 2022