The Australian Bureau of Statistics today released population estimates which showed large population growth occurring in outer suburbs in the 12 months to 30 June 2008. The largest increases according to ABS occurred in the outer-suburban areas of Wyndham in Victoria which increased by 8,900 with Wanneroo in Western Australia and Blacktown in New South Wales registering increases of 8,600 and 5,300 respectively. To download a copy of the … [Read more...]
Christmas, Santa and Statistics
By December 19, 2008 Leave a Comment
From time to time, our favourite statisticians come up with happy and light notes about the numbers they collect. In a media release yesterday headlined "Festive facts and figures from the ABS", the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported: "With the festive season upon us for another year, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has released some interesting facts and figures on some of our Christmas characteristics. In 2008, Santa will … [Read more...]
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