摘要：

This study looks at each of the major themes or aspects of Australia's labour arrangements, identifying key issues and trends that will shape the future. It identifies the distinctive features of the Australian labour market; the provision of labour services; labour requirements; adjustment processes; and equity of outcomes and opportunities. It analyses recent trends in working patterns in Australia; why changes have occurred and where they may be leading; and what the implications might be for governments and the community. Drawing on that analysis, it identifies key issues for the nature of work in Australia. It contains the following chapters: Introduction: perspectives on labour; Labour requirements; The provision of labour services; Unemployment; Adjustment processes; Equity of outcomes and opportunities. There are also four appendices.

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