Why are a growing number of Aussies passing on parenthood? How is the ‘fair go’ mantra evolving? And what does avocado have to do with buying a house Down Under? This Cultural Snapshot uses local statistics and case studies to explore behavioural norms shared by Australians in 2017.

Australia’s National Party traditionally represents right-leaning farmers and other rural voters, but the party has recently become split over climate change. Now, the youth wing is going against the party line and voting for an emissions intensity plan, which would put a cost on emissions.

For many people, the effects of climate change may seem a long way off, but for Aussies living in rural areas, they're already a worrying reality. Some are turning to renewables to try and tackle the issue before it gets worse, and they expect businesses to step up to the challenge as well.