Population Ageing and Regional Futures
Students examine the challenges and opportunities presented by an ageing population in Australia's regional and rural areas.
Key Questions
- Explain how an ageing population impacts the provision of services in rural communities.
- Analyze the economic consequences of a declining youth population in regional Australia.
- Design policy recommendations to support ageing populations in remote areas.
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