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Trends in Labour Supply

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  • Ellis Connolly

    (Reserve Bank of Australia)

  • Kathryn Davis

    (Reserve Bank of Australia)

  • Gareth Spence

    (Reserve Bank of Australia)

Abstract

The labour force has grown strongly since the mid 2000s due to both a rising participation rate and faster population growth. The increase in participation has been greatest for females and older persons, driven by a range of social and economic factors. At the same time, average hours worked have declined as many of these additional workers are working part time. The rise in population growth has mostly reflected higher immigration, with a larger intake of skilled workers and students adding to the labour supply.

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  • Ellis Connolly & Kathryn Davis & Gareth Spence, 2011. "Trends in Labour Supply," RBA Bulletin (Print copy discontinued), Reserve Bank of Australia, pages 1-8, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:rba:rbabul:jun2011-01
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    2. Rochelle Belkar & Lynne Cockerell & Rebecca Edwards, 2007. "Labour Force Participation and Household Debt," RBA Research Discussion Papers rdp2007-05, Reserve Bank of Australia.
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