Australian Development Gateway

The Australian Development Gateway (ADG) strives to support members of the development community in their efforts to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. The site has been created with participation from members of government, private, academia and non-government organisations. User feedback mechanisms have been incorporated to guide future directions of the site. The site is optimised for low bandwidth access to enable the widest participation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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Economic & labour issues

Last updated on 30 November 2006

Toolkit to labour issues in infrastructure reform

This toolkit provides guidance on how to address labour issues in infrastructure reforms, through each stage of the reform process. (World Bank) More info >>

Remuneration systems for labour-intensive investments: lessons for equity and growth

This paper looks at the remuneration systems used in infrastructure projects, and their potential role in promoting economic growth and social protection in periods of economic decline. (International Labour Organisation: 1992) More info >>

Technical brief on labour based technology

This brief provides an overview of labour-based technologies and how they can be incorporated into infrastructure projects. (International Labour Organisation) More info >>

Basic conditions of employment

This document details the guidelines for the protection of workers engaged in for special public works programs (SPWP). (International Labour Organisation: January 2002) More info >>

Expanding labour-based methods for road works

This paper explores the concept of expanding labour-based methods in road works, as a means to generating rural employment in a cost-effective manner. (World Bank: 12 December 2006) More info >>



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