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Australia's birth rate hits record low
Published 3 weeks ago
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Australia's fertility rate has dropped to 1.48 in 2024, significantly below the 2.1 replacement level needed to sustain the next generation. One in four women aged 18 to 45 indicate they will not have children, while those who do are choosing smaller families. Cost of living pressures, housing affordability challenges and concerns about the future are the primary factors driving these decisions.
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