Statistics can be used to support arguments in assignments and research.
Here are links to a few general and business-specific statistical resources:
Key resources
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)The ABS is the main collector of statistics on many aspects of Australian society, economy, industry and culture.
Australian CensusThe Census is taken every five years and offers a wealth of statistics on Australian society.
HealthStats NSWBrings together data from many sources to produce statistics about the health of NSW. Covers a range of health risk factors, diseases, locations, and specific populations.
StatistaStatista is a subscription database available to UTS staff and students. it contains information on over 170 industries from over 150 countries.
World Bank - IndicatorsThe World Bank is an international organisation that supports development in over 189 countries. The link is to Indicators, which are more granular than most other sources.
World Bank - Countries and EconomicsThe World Bank is an international organisation that supports development in over 189 countries. The link is to Countries and Economics.
Business statistics
StatistaContains country reports and statistics on consumers and industries.