Property Council welcomes Employment White Paper at a time when skilled labour is needed to deliver on housing goals

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Monday 25 September 2023

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Property Council welcomes Employment White Paper at a time when skilled labour is needed to deliver on housing goals

The Property Council of Australia has today welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s White Paper on Jobs and Opportunities as a welcome first step in addressing labour shortages crucial in addressing the housing crisis.

Property Council Group Executive Policy and Advocacy Matthew Kandelaars said we need to boost our pool of skilled labour that the construction sector needs to meet the government’s 1.2 million new home ambition, including 80,000 new homes each year for the next decade in Victoria.

“We welcome the release of the white paper that highlights the need for a bigger, better-skilled workforce, as well as investments in domestic skills and training and targeted migration pathways,” Mr Kandelaars said.

“All are required to help the Australian Government meet its 1.2 million new home ambition and plug our national housing deficit.

“These ambitious housing goals are welcomed, but to reach them we need to have a skilled workforce, well-defined housing targets, effective and efficient planning systems and a broader range of housing choice.

“State Premiers need to join their voices to urge the Australian Government to bring in a greater share of construction and specialist trades,” he said.

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