Stats Flashcards
1
Q
What are australias population characteristics?
A
Pop. Growth, age structure, distribution/density, multicultural
2
Q
What are some challenges that come with population growth?
A
Dysfunctional cities, strain on natural resources, environment will suffer, high density
3
Q
What are some challenges that come with the age structure of australia?
A
- higher proportion ageing
- shrinking workforce
- dependence on migration
- facilities for ageing
4
Q
What are some challenges that come with the distribution of australias population?
A
- overcrowding coastline
- sustainability
- pressure on nat resources
- inadequate infrastructure
5
Q
Growing stats
A
- 1.4% per annum
- currently 24 mil but 35.5mil by 2056
- growing because natural increase (birth rate-death rate) - 6.79%
- net overseas migration (immigrants-emigrants) - 230,000 persons year
6
Q
Ageing stats
A
- median age 37
- fertility rate down - baby boomers life expectancy - 1.8
- life expectancy 82
7
Q
Distribution stats
A
- 83% live on coastline
- 3 people per square kilometer - US over 30
8
Q
Response for age structure
A
- compulsory superannuation
- higher retirement age
- increased spending on facilities for the aged
9
Q
Responses for pop growth
A
- baby bonus
- paid parental leave
- child care rebate
- targets
10
Q
Responses for distribution
A
- urban planning
- urban consolidation and renewal
- targeted settlement programs in rural australia
- water, waste, energy efficiency targets and programs
- new transport and road routes
11
Q
Growing stats
A
- 1.4% per annum
- currently 24 mil but 35.5mil by 2056
- growing because natural increase (birth rate-death rate) - 6.79%
- net overseas migration (immigrants-emigrants) - 230,000 persons year
12
Q
Ageing stats
A
- median age 37
- fertility rate down - baby boomers life expectancy - 1.8
- life expectancy 82
13
Q
Distribution stats
A
- 83% live on coastline
- 3 people per square kilometer - US over 30
14
Q
Response for age structure
A
- compulsory superannuation
- higher retirement age
- increased spending on facilities for the aged
15
Q
Responses for pop growth
A
- baby bonus
- paid parental leave
- child care rebate
- targets
