Queensland Mechanics Turn to Skilled Migrants to Plug Labour Shortfall | ABC NEWS

6 months ago The News Room

More than half of Queensland’s automotive repair businesses say they’re struggling to find skilled workers – so much so, some are being forced to turn down work.

#ABC News Queensland by Stephen Clarke.
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