Resources boom stabilizing IT hire

"Both the private and public sectors have begun increasing permanent staff, with the resources boom in Western Australia and Australia's stable economy making it the ideal location in the Asia Pacific. According to the Candle 2007 market analysis report released yesterday, demand for permanent staff in New South Wales has increased 25 compared to the same period last year, and an ongoing resources boom in Western Australia has led to a stable hiring field for ICT employers......" - Computerworld Article