Print-friendly versionPopulation trends have significant social, economic and environmental impact on the continuing well-being of all Queenslanders. Exploring the facts about Queensland's demography and examining projections for the future are the first steps in considering how they may affect our lives.
This information paper provides a broad overview of Queensland's demographic make-up - past, present and likely future - to give a reliable, current, relevant focus for discussion. The paper presents information around population slowdown, fertility, population ageing, cultural diversity and immigration, settlement, household and family formation patterns for Australia and for Queensland.
Demographic Trends for Queenslands Future
Demographic Trends for Queenslands Future (Word document)