China as a military threat −7 from 2025
In 2026, 62% said it was likely that China will become a military threat to Australia in the next 20 years.
2014
29 questions match this year. View the archive for more.
- Climate change −2 from 2025
In 2026, 49% of Australians say global warming is a serious and pressing problem that requires strong action.
- Democracy −1 from 2025
In 2026, 73% of Australians said democracy is preferable to any other kind of government.
- Feelings towards other nations +1 from 2025
In 2026, New Zealand topped the feelings thermometer for the 16th year running, registering a warm 86°.
- Immigration rate −9 from 2025
In 2026, 29% say the total number of migrants coming to Australia each year is about right.
- Threats to Australia’s vital interests −3 from 2025
In 2026, 62% saw cyberattacks from other countries as a critical threat to Australia’s vital interests in the next ten years.
- US alliance: importance to Australia’s security −7 from 2025
In 2026, 73% say Australia’s alliance relationship with the United States was important to its security.
