The South West is a regional economic powerhouse – generating $12.4 billion in 2009-10. 
Dynamic Workforce
A diverse economy requires a dynamic workforce to thrive.
The South West is fortunate to be able to draw on a highly skilled workforce to meet the demands of business and industry.
Skills migration
Where there is difficulty in recruiting suitably qualified
people to fill positions, skilled migration schemes are
available that allow employers to hire labour from overseas.
Many South West business operators have successfully employed
skilled migrants with the assistance of the South West Development
Commission.
More information about these programs is available under skilled migration.
Education and training
The South West has a comprehensive range of higher education and training facilities, providing many opportunities for upskilling and tertiary qualitifications at a local level.
Bunbury's Edith Cowan University and the South West Regional College of TAFE are the largest providers of tertiary education in the region. Find out more about education and training opportunities.
