Goal

Vibrant, inclusive and growing communities where people feel valued and connected

Indicator - 5.7.1.

Level of population growth

Measure of Progress - 5.7.1.1.

Level of population growth

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Baseline Measurement

As at the 30th June 2000, the Tasmanian population was estimated to be 0.05% less than it had been on the 30th June 1999. This compared with an increase of 1.23% in the Australia-wide population.

Where does this information come from?

ABS Cat. 3101.0

Why do we use this Measure?

Population growth is important for vibrant communities, cultural diversity and economic prosperity

Explanation of measure

The measure is the year to year change in the size of the Tasmanian population. Population sizes are estimates from the ABS as at the 30th June based on births, deaths and immigration records. The year to year change is the difference between year 1 and year 2 expressed as a percentage of year 1. For this measure, the change in the Tasmanian population is compared to the change in the Australia-wide population.

Tasmania Together Targets

Year	Target
2005	Progress toward national average
2010	National average
2015	National average
2020	National average