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[Australia Network compiled report] A recent study showed that nearly 40% of young Australians hope to move overseas within one year, and most Australians claim that job opportunities are the reasons they want to relocate. It is estimated that the continuous migration of Australians abroad will result in a net loss of up to 600,000 people in Australia.
The Daily Mail reported on the 3rd that more than one in five Australians are considering leaving Australia within the next year. The data comes from the latest research by Quantum Market Research - Australia NOW. Research results show that Australia is about to lose 600,000 people. "As more Australians intend to immigrate, and the population who immigrate from overseas will not fully recover by 2024, Australia will face potential ‘loss’ of more than 600,000 people.
More young people want to move overseas, and nearly 40% of those between 18 and 29 years old want to leave Australia. Compared with women, men are more interested in international migration. Most people want to leave because of job opportunities. The report shows that those who wish to move are more likely to be 18 to 29 years old (73%) and men (56% compared with 41% for women). Lifestyle and quality of life have exceeded the cost of living and become potential relocation. The strongest driver, rising from 40% in February 2021 to 49% in August 2022. Cost of living and affordability of housing are also strong drivers, accounting for 45% and 36% respectively. Overall, 52% of Australians living in cities will consider moving in Australia and outside Australia, up from 42% in remote areas.
Western Australians are most likely to move domestically, while those living in NSW are most likely to consider moving overseas in the next year. These statistics raise concerns about a labor shortage in the next 12 months. Imogen, CEO of Quantum Market Research Randell said: “It’s a worrying issue because … they can fill the labor shortage. Many people are working overtime to fill the vacancies in the workforce, and the more this happens, the harder it will be for employers to find the right qualified employees. Happily, the federal government has taken action to increase the number of immigration receptions every year. ”
Australia is already facing a serious labor shortage due to the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and border closures. Randall added: “There is a labor shortage now and we will have to consider various means including skills training, especially immigration, to fill job openings in all industries, from unskilled workers to highly skilled jobs.” ” (translated by Wang Yuqing)
Edited by Wang Fan
