The Australian bushfires have dominated media narratives, but how have they impacted Australians? Research has found that the majority of Aussies have been affected by the fires and it’s impacting their attitudes and trust, with confidence in the government in decline.

When the Australian government announced it was launching 'My Health', a scheme that would allow Aussies to seed their data to healthcare brands for better treatment, many decided to opt out. And despite wanting preferential treatment from these brands, a lack of trust stops them from doing so.

What’s driving a mini-exodus from capitals to regional cities? Why are young people keen to axe Australia Day? And who are the winners and losers in the gig working revolution? This Cultural Snapshot uses local stats and case studies to explore the behavioural norms shared by Australians in 2020.

In Australia, populist media giant Nine looks set to swallow up its prestigious rival, Fairfax, sparking anxiety about the loss of an institution that has been around for over a century. Now, amid sharp mistrust of the media, what do news consumers Down Under crave in the post-Fairfax world?