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Life dissatisfaction in Australia has doubled in a decade, affecting nearly 2.2 million people—up from just 1 in 20 in 2014. The plunge began during COVID lockdowns and worsened with soaring living costs, fueling disconnection and eroding support for multiculturalism. Economically, inflation has frozen household incomes since 2020, with experts warning of a per capita recession. Yet, community bonds remain powerful—strong neighborhood ties can double happiness, proving that human connection is the real antidote to economic hardship.

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