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2026.09.2401:30:00UTC+00Australian Jobs Rebound in August as Employment Jumps by 39.5K

Australia’s labour market showed a marked recovery in August 2026, with employment rising by 39.5K, reversing the previous month’s decline. The latest data, updated on 24 September 2026, contrasts sharply with July 2026, when employment fell by 15.8K.

The swing from negative to solid positive growth in employment suggests an improvement in hiring conditions across the economy after a weak mid-year patch. While the figures do not provide a sector breakdown, the net gain in jobs points to renewed demand for labour and may ease some concerns about a sustained slowdown in the Australian job market.

Market participants and policymakers are likely to watch upcoming releases closely to see whether August’s rebound represents the start of a more durable trend or a one-month correction following July’s contraction.

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