At the Down Under Expo in Dublin this week, Irish businesses were encouraged to consider Australia as an ideal commercial location.
More than 50 specialist exhibitors from Australia attended the two-day event.
Western Australia currently has a skills shortage of more than 14,000, despite the fact that the region is booming due to the rapid growth of its export market to China.
A spokesman said there are opportunities on offer for Irish graduates and entrepreneurs.
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