Australia’s Road Toll Report 2023 – Are We Getting Better?
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into Australian demographic trends and statistics, we look at the breakdown of the road toll in terms of gender, age, and causes across the states and territories to see if we are inching closer “towards zero.” Most statistically probable fatality is a male vehicle driver between the age of […]
The Next Generation: What Australia’s Young People Plan to Do After Leaving School
As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into the financial wellbeing of Australians, we look at the latest numbers on the plans of young people after they finish secondary education. 71.9% of school-leavers say going to university is their ultimate plan for after high school 85.8% of all respondents said they were enrolled in full-time study […]
Where To from Here: Mortgages in Australia 2022
With RBA interest rates at all-time lows, house prices skyrocketing and inflation on the rise, interest rates look set to inevitably rise during 2022. Savvy’s analysis of the latest data provides insight for homeowners regarding mortgage stress and potential increases in home loan repayments. 4.2% increase in house prices in Q4 2021 584,000 mortgage holders […]
The State of Electric Trucks in Australia
Savvy’s examination of Electric Vehicle Council and Australian Trucking Association data finds that to meet the country’s CO2 emissions reduction targets and reach net-zero by 2050, Australia needs to electrify its national vehicle fleet. Considering that transport emissions account for 19% of the total, of which road freight comprises 38%, action taken in the next […]
22% of NSW & QLD Residents Uninsured Against Extreme Weather Events
Savvy’s 2022 representative survey of 1000 New South Wales & Queensland residents learns about insurance cover of everyday Australians, their experience with extreme weather, perception of risk and beliefs regarding the cause of recent extreme weather events. 21% of NSW and QLD residents have made extreme weather insurance claims Two thirds more worried than not […]
The State of Craft Beer in Australia 2022
The craft beer industry in Australia has been going from strength to strength over the past two years, as microbreweries capture a modest but ever-increasing portion of the overall beer market. Savvy’s investigation sheds light on the figures. 17.7% growth in total craft beer revenue 14.1% share of total beer revenue held by craft breweries […]
Money Burning a Hole in Aussie Pockets This Easter, With 73% Set to Spend Savings
Savvy’s representative survey of 1003 Australians learns people’s spending and travel intentions for the 2022 Easter break. 73% of Australians plan to spend their savings this Easter 23% plan to spend $500 – $1,000, and 58% intend to spend up to $500 43% of Australians intend to travel locally this Easter $485 total average food […]
Australian Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Points Report 2022 – Do We Have Enough?
Are you keen to experience that new car smell of an EV? The driving influence for many is the excitement of a game-changer, chance to do the right thing and eventual cost savings. Yet, what is holding you back? They are expensive, that is certain. Increasingly many Australians are scared about finding charging points. What […]
Australian Families’ Experiences of Financial Stress
The COVID-19 pandemic and government response to it has been hard on many Australian families. In the early days of the pandemic, when governments across the globe were shutting down offices and venues where many people gather, there was much uncertainty. Would casual hospitality and retail workers be able to have an income? What about […]
COVID Stressed Parents Spending Big on Back-to-School
A new survey of 1,000 Australian parents delved into the past two years of on-and-off at home learning, financial stresses, and how much they will be spending on essential educational items. 59% of parents spending up to $500, while 25% spending $500-$1000 on back-to-school Tech the biggest portion of the back-to-school bill for 2022 60% […]
Australian Home Burglary and Security Statistics 2021: Incidents Dropped, but Don’t be Complacent
No one likes to be broken into. Savvy has rounded up the Australian burglary and home security 2021 figures to keep you informed. What are the numbers of home burglaries, what security measures are we using and what can we do further to reduce the numbers? In 2019-20, just over 4% of all Australian households […]
Three-quarters of Australians Likely to Take Domestic Holidays in 2022, Despite COVID-19 Hesitancy
Two years into the pandemic, Australia has high vaccination rates and most of its domestic borders are open. Yet, what are our thoughts about going on a domestic holiday in 2022? Savvy asked 1000 Australians if they would be travelling within their backyard and how they feel about it. 77% of respondents are likely to […]
