04/06/2026
Migration drives Australia's population to 28 million
Population milestone reached: Australia’s population has hit 28 million, with a new person added every 75 seconds according to official estimates.
Migration leads growth: Net overseas migration is now the primary driver of growth, outpacing births as fertility rates drop to historic lows.
Future growth outlook: At the current rate, the population is expected to reach 29 million by 2028 and 30 million by about 2030.
Population milestone reached: Australia’s population has exceeded 28 million, growing by 2.5 million since 2020, with immigration now the main driver. Housing super cycle threat: Economist Shane Oliver warns higher rates, tax changes, and lower immigration could end decades of house price growth. ...