Inquiry into the value of skilled migration to Australia

Terms of Reference

The Joint Standing Committee on Migration shall inquire into and report on Australia’s skilled migration program, with reference to: a) The ongoing economic, social and cultural value of skilled migration to Australia;b) The effectiveness of current skilled migration settings in meeting the current and future needs of the states and territories, while recognising the ongoing need for housing and infrastructure;c) The scope to more effectively target skills gaps and shortages in critical sectors to improve services that benefit Australian communities;d) The scope for skilled migration settings to more effectively support Australian businesses, boost productivity and encourage innovation;e) Strategies to enhance public awareness and understanding of the role of skilled migration in Australia; andf) Approaches taken in other countries with similar migration objectives. Committee SecretaryJoint Standing Committee on MigrationPO Box 6021Parliament HouseCanberra ACT 2600Phone:+61 2 6277 4560migration@aph.gov.au