Migration main factor as Melbourne grows fastest

A bird's eye veiew of Melbourne CBD

Source: AAP

Australia's population is booming, driven largely by an increased birthrate and an increase in overseas migration.


The strongest growth over the last year has been in Victoria, with Melbourne the fastest-growing city in Australia.  But analysts warn the country must make sure it has the infrastructure to match the population surge.


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