by Scott | Apr 16, 2026 | ECONOMY
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports the unemployment rate remained at 4.3 per cent in March 2026, with employment increasing by approximately 7,000 people and the participation rate recorded at 66.6 per cent. FLIR – Pressure Point: Persistent labour market...
by Scott | Mar 28, 2026 | HEALTH
Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows households in the most socioeconomically disadvantaged areas purchased approximately 26 per cent more sugar-sweetened drinks than the national average, while those in the least disadvantaged areas purchased around 29 per cent...
by Scott | Mar 28, 2026 | ECONOMY
Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows total household wealth increased by approximately $389 billion to $16.2 trillion in the December quarter 2025, driven by gains in residential property and superannuation assets.
by Scott | Mar 23, 2026 | NATIONAL
Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows net overseas migration added approximately 311,000 people to Australia’s population in the year to September 2025, accounting for around three-quarters of total growth of approximately 423,600 people. This represents a net...
by Scott | Mar 5, 2026 | ECONOMY
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported household spending rose 0.3% in January 2026, following a decline in December. The increase was driven by services spending, which rose 1.0%, while spending on goods fell 0.3%.