MS Australia’s Response to the 2024-25 Federal Budget

Health Careers International Australia (HCI) has partnered with Arizona State University and private hospital operator Ramsay, to address global healthcare workforce shortages. HCI will integrate into the ASU-Cintana Alliance to enhance education through world-class resources and clinical placements. The partnership aims to develop a highly skilled workforce with comprehensive career pathways, particularly in nursing and midwifery, aligning with anticipated Australian Government reforms.

Many dental occupations sit on the Skills Priority List and are deemed in shortage in Australia’s labour market. While Jobs and Skills Australia identifies four main types of skills shortages - Long Training Gap, Short Training Gap, Suitability Gap, and Retention Gap - this article delves into additional factors affecting dental workforce supply in Australia, offering insights from current statistics and demographic data.

The Australian Government’s new Migration Strategy hopes to deliver significant reforms to our migration system and target the migration of skilled occupations that support the quality of life of all Australians. New visa classes, residency pathways, and integrity measures will improve job mobility and worker protections, thus motivating skilled professionals to move to Australia. Read more about these reforms and their potential impact on Australia’s health sector recruitment and workforce.

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) invites doctors, international medical graduates, and other stakeholders to register for its event, AMA24, taking place from August 2-4, 2024, at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. One of the key sessions will focus on reforming Specialist IMG pathways, including insights from the Kruk review and next steps. Join discussions, network, and engage with industry leaders and medical peers. For more details, click here.