Politically engaged – but ‘very much’ worried about buying a home: study reveals young Australians’ anxieties

Per 'Growing Up in Australia,' a major longitudinal study, young Australians are more worried about housing affordability than climate change or career prospects. The research uncovers a striking contrast: despite deep distrust of politicians, political parties, and media, gen Z shows surprisingly high levels of political participation. These findings challenge stereotypes that younger Australians are disengaged from public life.

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