3. Our workforce is changing

4. In 1970 there were 7.5 people aged 15-64 for every person 65 and over in 2010 there were 5 by 2030 there will be 3 Australia has an ageing population

5. To meet this projected employment demand workforce participation will need to increase 61.9 % 2014 65.7% 2017/18

7. Women's participation in the labour force has almost doubled since 1961

8. This means 63% of couples with children under 15 years are dual income families leading to increased work life conflict for men and women

9. Australia has become a digital nation

11. Just as the workforce is changing so must the workplace Don’t be left behind!

12. Increases profits Businesses say flexibility: Increases productivity Reduces business costs

13. You can serve customers at times and in ways that better suit them

14. Flexible work is important to: 67% of young workers 60% of men 69% of women 57% of people aged 55-67

16. It can cost up to 38% of an employee’s salary to replace them

17. Equitable access to flexible work makes employees: More motivated More likely to stay with their employer Less likely to take unscheduled leave Less stressed

19. Rethink the way you work! Flexible work