The government of Western Australia is relaxing restrictions across the state starting April 14, according to authorities, while also adopting the National Cabinet's definition of a "close contact."

Abandoning traditional work arrangements and finding new industries could hold the key to reducing unemployment rates in the Queensland seat of Hinkler, a community leader says.

More than half of under-35s say they would quit if their job stops them “enjoying life”, according to a major new survey which suggests the “Great Resignation” shows no signs of slowing.

Foreign workers could be allowed to live permanently in Australia if Labor wins the upcoming election, Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese has hinted.

Do you feel like the economy is heading towards full employment? Apparently we are, if you believe the forecasts in last week's federal budget.

PM says Covid had a much greater economic impact than the GFC but employment outcomes have been much better post-pandemic. Correct?

Wage theft in Australia is systemic, sustained and shameful and workers are often too scared to speak out in fear of repercussions, according to a scathing Senate inquiry report, which calls for new laws to protect employees.

Shayne Murray has spent $30,000 in the past year trying to attract 12 staff for his taxi company in Broome. So far, he has managed to fill just one vacancy.

Teacher shortages across parts of regional Queensland are reaching crisis point, turning classrooms into little more than child-minding centres, parent advocates say.

A four-year working visa and a path to permanent residency should be offered to international graduates to help solve Australia’s skilled migrant shortage, according to a leading New South Wales think tank.