Theguardian iconTheguardianJun 15, 2026

Most Australians under 25 have never used newspapers or radio as a source of news, survey finds

However, overall interest in news has increased, in particular among women and young people, after years of decline. Since 2024, the interest of 18 to 24-year-olds in news has risen sharply (+12) to 47%.

Most Australians under 25 have never used newspapers or radio as a source of news, survey finds

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However, overall interest in news has increased, in particular among women and young people, after years of decline.

Since 2024, the interest of 18 to 24-year-olds in news has risen sharply (+12) to 47%.

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However, overall interest in news has increased, in particular among women and young people, after years of decline. Since 2024, the interest of 18 to 24-year-olds in news has risen sharply (+12) to 47%.

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