Australia's fertility rate hits record low of 1.50 babies per woman, marking a 30-year decline.

In 2023, Australia's fertility rate fell to a record low of 1.50 babies per woman, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This decline, attributed to fewer births across most states, marks a continuous decrease over 30 years. The median age of mothers rose to 31.9 years. Tasmania was the only region to see an increase in fertility, while New South Wales and Victoria experienced declines of about 20% over the past decade.

October 16, 2024
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