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Welcome to the
April edition.
Welcome to the April edition of FoRWard Health and Wellbeing Magazine.
Work is changing fast, and people across Australia and New Zealand are taking a fresh
look at how they present themselves, and how they’re planning for the year ahead. In this
issue, we’ve pulled together two practical guides to help you navigate 2026 with clarity
and confidence.
First up, our feature on building your personal contractor brand digs into why it’s so
important to stand out in today’s competitive contracting world. With demand growing in
tech, project services, business support, marketing, engineering and finance, we break
down simple, actionable ways to define your niche, boost your online presence and build
the credibility that leads to better opportunities.
Alongside that, the 2026 Australia and New Zealand Salary Guide gives you a databacked look at hiring trends and salary shifts for the year ahead. Using insights from
thousands of professionals and more than 100,000 job ads, it highlights where demand is
rising, how AI and flexible work are shaping expectations, and what both employers and
job seekers can expect in a more skills driven market.
Together, these pieces give you a clear, practical snapshot of how to stay competitive,
visible and informed in a rapidly changing landscape.
I hope you enjoy your April edition of FoRWard.
Thanks,
Shay
CEO-ANZ
