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“There will be more Australians dying than being born in 40 years’ time, according to the government’s latest intergenerational report, which lays bare the fundamental challenges of managing an ageing population at a time of rapid change and lower economic…”

“The report’s forecasts show Australia’s population is projected to slow with an estimated population of 39.3m by 2065-66, 1.8m fewer people than the previous report’s forecast.”

“Instead, Australia’s longest-serving finance minister, Mathias Cormann, is urging politicians to deliver housing, real wage growth and lower energy costs by boosting productivity.”

“Hanson disagrees, and is quick to blame Australia’s high population growth over the past few years for the economy’s woes.”

“But 70% of poll respondents said that, even if the government built enough homes and expanded public services to keep pace with population growth, they would still want immigration reduced.”

“Australian state governments, desperate for economic growth, have been broadly welcoming of the investment for the new centres, in some cases overriding local council approval processes, given the size of the projects being developed.”

“Chalmers says migration needed for falling birth rate Catie McLeod JimChalmers says migration is necessary to support Australia’s ageing population, and can help the nation as birthrates tumble.”

“Lower fertility rates will drive slower population growth, according to Treasury’s report.”

“Australia’s population is expected to be slightly lower by the mid-2060s than forecast in the previous intergenerational report, released in 2023.”

“The prime minister said he has spoken with Nepal’s prime minister, Balendra Shah, to “extend Australia’s deepest condolences” after the deadly flash floods.”