The Joint Standing Committee on Migration shall inquire into and report on Australia’s skilled migration program, with reference to:

a) The ongoing economic, social and cultural value of skilled migration to Australia;
b) The effectiveness of current skilled migration settings in meeting the current and future needs of the states and territories, while recognising the ongoing need for housing and infrastructure;
c) The scope to more effectively target skills gaps and shortages in critical sectors to improve services that benefit Australian communities;
d) The scope for skilled migration settings to more effectively support Australian businesses, boost productivity and encourage innovation;
e) Strategies to enhance public awareness and understanding of the role of skilled migration in Australia; and
f) Approaches taken in other countries with similar migration objectives.