Australia - Slump in fertility need not slow population growth

The sharp drop in the fertility rate during the pandemic has already started to reverse. And even if it is sustained, the government will be able to offset a slower natural increase with higher net migration. The upshot is Australia will remain one of the fastest growing advanced economies.

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