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Born in 1978? You are 47 or 48
48 if your birthday has already come this year, 47 if it is still to come. On your birthday in 2026 you turn 48.
As of Saturday 24 October 2026, Sydney time.
The Australian ages for 1978
| Milestone | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Enrol and vote (compulsory) | 18 | 1996 — reached |
| Preservation age — super | 60 | 2038 |
| Age Pension age | 67 | 2045 |
1978 had no 29 February. Where each age comes from: the sources.
Born in 1978: your age on each birthday ahead
| Birthday in | Turning |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 48 |
| 2027 | 49 |
| 2028 | 50 |
| 2029 | 51 |
| 2030 | 52 |
| 2031 | 53 |
| 2032 | 54 |
| 2033 | 55 |
| 2034 | 56 |
| 2035 | 57 |
| 2036 | 58 |