#21 | Migration and Work: What the Data Tells Us with Professor Sue Richardson AM

Date of recording: 23 June 2025






Summary:


In this episode of Made in Migration, Professor Sue Richardson AM discusses the intricate relationship between migration and Australia's labour market. She highlights the historical context of migration in Australia, the economic myths surrounding it, and the shift towards temporary migration. The conversation also delves into the impact of temporary migrants on Australian workers, employer perspectives on labour shortages, and the role of education in preparing the workforce. Finally, Professor Richardson shares insights on migration's impact on productivitygrowth and the future of migration policy in Australia.


Keywords:


Australia, migration, labour market, economic impact, temporary migration, education, productivity, migration policy, workforce dynamics, immigration myths, skilled migration


Chapters:


01:53 - The historical context of migration in Australia


08:50 - Economic myths and misunderstandings about migration


15:24 - The shift towards temporary migration


19:48 - Impact of temporary migration on Australian workers


22:17 - Employer perspectives on labour shortages


25:36 - Role of education in workforce preparation


29:35 - Migration's impact on productivity growth


35:42 - Future of migration policy in Australia


Acknowledgments:


Our heartfelt thanks to Professor Richardson AM for so generously volunteering her time, and for imparting her knowledge and insights!


As always, many thanks to our editor, Ryan Prestipino of Fallen Pine Studio, for his amazing work behind the scenes.


And of course, thank you to our listeners, without which this podcast would simply not exist.


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