Australia Sees Over One Million Multiple Job Holders; More Than 710,000 Foreign Tourists Visit in July

By June 2026, the number of individuals holding multiple jobs in Australia has reached one million, marking the highest level recorded so far. In July 2026, Australia welcomed 710,080 foreign tourists, although this figure remains 10 percent below the number recorded in July 2019. Meanwhile, over 1.25 million Australian residents traveled abroad and returned within July, representing an 11.4 percent increase compared to 2019. (Kathmandu, September 14)

The population engaged in multiple employment is growing steadily, setting new records, while foreign tourist arrivals are gradually returning to normal levels. According to the latest official data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the total number of multiple job holders had reached one million by June 2026. Additionally, more than 710,000 foreign tourists visited Australia in July. Women and young people are primarily active in holding multiple jobs. The data indicates that 6.9 percent of those employed hold more than one job, the highest proportion recorded to date.

In March, this number was 984,200. Among multiple job holders, 6.2 percent are men, while 7.7 percent are women. Young adults aged 20 to 24 have the highest engagement in multiple employment, with a rate of 11.2 percent. In contrast, those aged 65 and above have a rate of only 3.1 percent. Multiple job holders work an average of 39.3 hours per week across all jobs, compared to an average of 34.8 hours for those with a single job. Currently, 14.1 million Australians hold a single job.

Comparing metropolitan regions to others, the rate of multiple jobholding is higher in regional and rural areas. From 1994 to 2019, this rate ranged between 5 and 6 percent. It declined during the COVID-19 pandemic but has since been rising again. July’s figures showing 710,080 foreign arrivals reflect short-term visits, which remain 10 percent lower than pre-pandemic levels in July 2019.

Among foreign tourists visiting Australia, the largest share comes from New Zealand citizens (18.9 percent), followed by visitors from China and the United States. By state, New South Wales received the most tourists (247,410), while Tasmania recorded the fewest (84,320). More than 1.25 million Australians traveled abroad and returned in July, a figure 11.4 percent higher than in 2019. Indonesia was the most popular destination among Australian travelers, attracting 15.1 percent of those traveling overseas, followed by New Zealand and the United Kingdom as preferred choices.