← Latest news 
Australia expects nearly one million migrants by July 2029 as housing debate boils before elections
International
Published on 13 May 2026

The number is set to hit July 2029
Australia is projecting nearly one million new migrants by July 2029, a figure now driving fierce political debate over immigration levels and worsening housing shortages. With government estimates pointing to continued high migration, opposition parties are demanding tighter controls. The issue is becoming a major electoral flashpoint as public pressure grows.
- Australia forecasts nearly one million new migrants by July 2029
- Housing shortages are intensifying the immigration debate
- Opposition parties are pushing for stricter migration controls
- The numbers are poised to shape election campaigning
Read the full story at The Economic Times
This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on
The Economic Times
