Australia’s Labour Law & Employment Regulations

Australia is one of the most multicultural countries in the world, and home to the world’s oldest continuing culture with a highly skilled workforce and a proud history of democracy and stable government.

Australia has a strong and open economy with a 2.1% GDP growth rate in 2024 (IMF, 2024). Australia has fifteen Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with 26 countries. Australia welcomes foreign investment which has helped build the country’s economy by providing capital to finance new industries and enhance existing ones. Today, Australia is home to 25 million people from almost 200 countries. All Australians have access to quality and affordable health care – for both physical and mental health. Over 30% of the Australian resident population were born overseas.

In this issue, we explore Australia’s employment landscape to help you navigate your business.