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The population of young adults is beginning to grow again

The recovery of population growth in early 2022 was driven by young adults.

The closure of international borders at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic has had a marked impact on the age profile of the NSW population.

There was an unprecedented decline in the population of young adults, who typically make up a large share of overseas migrants.

Last updated: 14/02/2023