Australia 2002. HiT summary
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The population reached nearly 19 million in 2000, with growth at around 1.5% per year. Migration has been a key factor in population growth and the population is culturally diverse with almost 40% either born overseas or with a parent born overseas: 91% of the population is of European descent, 7% Asian and 2% Aboriginal or other. 64% of the population live in cities and towns. Future trends point to an ageing population and a continuing decline in fertility (currently 1.7 children per woman).
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