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Born in 1971? You are 54 or 55
55 if your birthday has already come this year, 54 if it is still to come. On your birthday in 2026 you turn 55.
As of Saturday 24 October 2026, Sydney time.
The Australian ages for 1971
| Milestone | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Enrol and vote (compulsory) | 18 | 1989 — reached |
| Preservation age — super | 60 | 2031 |
| Age Pension age | 67 | 2038 |
1971 had no 29 February. Where each age comes from: the sources.
Born in 1971: your age on each birthday ahead
| Birthday in | Turning |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 55 |
| 2027 | 56 |
| 2028 | 57 |
| 2029 | 58 |
| 2030 | 59 |
| 2031 | 60 |
| 2032 | 61 |
| 2033 | 62 |
| 2034 | 63 |
| 2035 | 64 |
| 2036 | 65 |