NG debate, page-9

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    where did all the construction workers go?

    engineering construction, tunnels, roads and other infrastructure, isa major draw on the labour force.

    housing completions since 2016:
    https://hotcopper.com.au/data/attachments/6495/6495370-d35bdae52c83029fe4a5929cc9f2a4bd.jpg
    https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/industry/building-and-construction/building-activity-australia/mar-2024

    note the pre-covid activity had been falling sharply from when Morrison took over and now the Lab mob aren't doing any better.
 
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