Mariana Segura

Australia is among the richest countries in the world, and that wealth is measured with GDP per capita. But how does it show up in your daily life? We explain what that number measures and what it doesn't, how much people earn, how much it costs to live here and how the job market is doing, and what changes when you work in your profession.

The employer reference letter is the central document in the Australian skills assessment, and every body asks for it differently. In this blog you'll find the exact requirements for VETASSESS, Engineers Australia, ACS, TRA, CA ANZ and ACECQA in 2026, plus what to do when your employer is no longer available.

The employer reference letter is the primary evidence bodies use to confirm your experience, and a poorly written one can sink your skills assessment even if you have years of genuine background. Here we explain what it must include, how to request it so your employer writes it well, a template to adapt, and what to do if your manager is no longer available.