Regional Labour Market Indicator

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    The Regional Labour Market Indicator (RLMI) combines key measures of labour market capacity, from both an employee and an employer perspective, into a single measure of regional labour market performance. These results highlight both progress made and the ongoing challenges facing regional and remote labour markets.

    The March 2025 results demonstrate many regions are benefiting from recent strong labour market conditions. Western Australia continues to perform strongly, with six of its nine regions rated ‘above average’ or ‘strong’.

    For further information, download the March results.

    Labour Market Ratings by SA4, March 2025

    An interactive map is available to discover and compare labour market conditions across Australia.

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    The map groups regions into categories of overall labour market performance, ranging from ‘poor’ to ‘strong’ (relative to the national average), providing a reliable view of regional labour market performance.

    For example: A strong labour market is characterised by a high rate of employment and is central to a strong economy and prosperous and inclusive society.

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - March 2025.pdf

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - March 2025.docx

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    Labour Market Ratings by SA4 - March 2025

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - December 2024.pdf

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - September 2024.pdf

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - June 2024.pdf

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    Regional Labour Market Indicator Results - March 2024.pdf

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    Methodology

    JSA Regional Labour Market Indicator Methodology Paper.pdf

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    JSA Regional Labour Market Indicator Methodology Paper.docx

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    Future release dates

    For data covering Release date
    June 2025 August 2025
    September 2025 November 2025

    Contact

    If you have any questions about the RLMI, email: RegionalWorkforceAssessment@jobsandskills.gov.au

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