Report finds over-55s feeling more confident about spending and avoiding Covid-19 – but younger Australians and families are feeling the pinch
Of those surveyed who had attended an event in early April, 59% had spent more than $50 doing so, slightly down from 63% in both August and October last year.
Overall, 42% of respondents said they felt they were “worse off” than they were a year ago – lower than the national average of 52%. Sign up for the fun stuff with our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning
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