Every year around this time the ABS releases population estimates (ERP) for small areas. This year the data has been somewhat lost in the coronavirus madness. Despite the seriousness of that situation, there is still a wealth of interesting population data. This blog will look at spatial patterns of population change in Brisbane, which recorded a growth rate of 2.1% in 2018-19. This makes Brisbane the second fastest growing state capital city behind Melbourne (2.5% growth rate).
Monday, March 30, 2020
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Is Australia the least religious country?
Australia is described as being a secular country, so it's not surprising that Census data shows a high proportion of people claiming no religion. In 2016, for the first time, those claiming no religion outnumbered the most common religion (Western Catholic). In effect, "no religion" is the most common religion in Australia. But how does this compare internationally? Is Australia the least religious country? Read on to find out.
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