Practical Solutions to Address the Skills Shortage in the South Australian Hospitality Industry & the Sustained Relevance of the Dunstan Policy Legacy

Practical Solutions to Address the Skills Shortage in the South Australian Hospitality Industry & the Sustained Relevance of the Dunstan Policy Legacy Rohan Gaskin Charles Flinders University 27 October 2022 Written for the Don Dunstan Foundation Introduction Australia like the rest of the world is still recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic consequences attributed to lockdowns. [...] A Snapshot of the Australian Hospitality Industry The Hospitality Industry is a significant contributor to the Australian economy and a valuable cultural asset. [...] This report applauds the Equal Opportunity Commissioner Jodeen Carney’s call for a review of the industry and encourages industry groups and the government to wholeheartedly participate in the proposed review. [...] Conclusion The skills shortage facing the South Australian hospitality industry requires a swift response by policymakers to ensure the continuing success and growth of the industry. [...] By increased regulation of business practices, we can help to shift the negative connotations surrounding the hospitality industry and ensure the fair treatment of workers, so that the industry can continue to flourish and maintain South Australia’s reputation as a destination of note.