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The Australian Government recognises many parents of young children need help to plan and prepare for employment by the time their children start school. ParentsNext aims to improve their work readiness and future employment prospects.
Long-term unemployment remains a challenge in Australia.
The longer a person stays unemployed, the more their connection with the labour market diminishes, having potential negative effects on their confidence and employability skills.
There are changes to activity requirements for some older Australians who are looking for work, under new Stronger Participation measures.
