Health on Demand 2025: Australian executive commentary

Get a local perspective on employee health and well-being priorities, concerns and values with the Mercer Marsh Benefits Health on Demand 2025 executive commentary.

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The view from Australia

The Health on Demand 2025 executive commentary offers valuable Australian insights and analysis from experts who have extensive experience working with local organisations. Designed to complement the Health on Demand 2025 global report, this executive commentary aims to empower you to proactively address the risks that can have an impact on your employees’ health and well-being priorities, concerns and values.

Emerging challenges related to healthcare access and alignment with global benefits expectations are demanding Australian employers’ attention. Evolving workforce demographics are changing employee expectations, and benefits aren’t keeping up with a globally aware workforce. Employers that want to remain competitive in an increasingly global talent landscape have an opportunity to meet their employees’ unmet needs and better communicate existing benefits.

A glance at the key findings

Basic needs are unmet: Escalating cost-of-living pressures are leading Australians to delay seeking care, as many aren’t confident they can afford the healthcare they need.
Expectations are changing: Australian organisations must future-proof their benefits to align with global expectations, meet evolving needs and add value for a more diverse workforce.
Benefits aren’t resonating: With baby boomers working longer and Gen Z becoming a greater proportion of the workforce, employers must do better at meeting employees’ unique needs.

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