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Australian Unemployment Hits 11.1% Amid Labor Crisis

9/17/2025

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In August 2025, Australian unemployment increased by 132,000, reaching 1,776,000 or 11.1% of the workforce.
Under-employment held steady at 1,742,000, leading to total labor underutilization of 3.52 million, or 22%.
Part-time unemployment rose by 152,000, with part-time employment dropping below 5 million for the first time since March.
Unemployment and underemployment have surpassed 3 million for nine consecutive months.
The Albanese Government faces significant labor market challenges.

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In August 2025, Australian unemployment increased by 132,000, reaching 1,776,000 or 11.1% of the workforce.
Under-employment held steady at 1,742,000, leading to total labor underutilization of 3.52 million, or 22%.
Part-time unemployment rose by 152,000, with part-time employment dropping below 5 million for the first time since March.
Unemployment and underemployment have surpassed 3 million for nine consecutive months.
The Albanese Government faces significant labor market challenges.