Gen Y

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Politics & Society

Australia’s Gen Y democracy gap

New research finds there’s democracy gap for young Australian adults, with a distrust of traditional politics but a focus on civic mindedness

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Politics & Society

What do Gen X and Gen Y worry about most? Climate change.

Climate change is their number one cause for concern and they aren’t impressed by government efforts to tackle environmental challenges

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Business & Economics

Millennials want the same as the rest of us, but can’t afford it

Remaining close to family and friends matters to millennials, but few can afford to buy their own home in the neighbourhoods that mean the most to them

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Politics & Society

A generation dislodged: Why things are tough for Gen Y

The mental health of many young Australians is suffering, thanks to unaffordable housing, insecure working conditions and a 24/7 working culture

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Education

Opinion: Gen Y’s long road to security

The lack of stable and meaningful work is directly linked to the job market, not a result of the limitations of education

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Education

Why Gen Y are not all about themselves

Hard work, low pay and no stability in sight: A major study shows life’s not all selfies and Snapchat for Gen Y

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