"The Federal Government would be better off employing 20,000 young Australians as trades apprentices, rather relying on migrant intakes and sending 10 department officers to boost employer expertise in engaging migrants,"The extension of the Migration Occupations in Demand list to include: bricklayers, carpenters, joiners, fibrous and solid plasterers, as well as cabinet makers, plumbers and electricians, will not solve Australia's skill shortages in these sectors." said John Sutton, National Construction Secretary of the CFMEU.
"What we need is a reinstatement of a strong commitment to training from Australian employers and the government. That's the only way we address the skill requirements of Australian industry for the future," said Mr Sutton.
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