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Born in 1979? You are 46 or 47
47 if your birthday has already come this year, 46 if it is still to come. On your birthday in 2026 you turn 47.
As of Saturday 24 October 2026, Sydney time.
The Australian ages for 1979
| Milestone | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Enrol and vote (compulsory) | 18 | 1997 — reached |
| Preservation age — super | 60 | 2039 |
| Age Pension age | 67 | 2046 |
1979 had no 29 February. Where each age comes from: the sources.
Born in 1979: your age on each birthday ahead
| Birthday in | Turning |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 47 |
| 2027 | 48 |
| 2028 | 49 |
| 2029 | 50 |
| 2030 | 51 |
| 2031 | 52 |
| 2032 | 53 |
| 2033 | 54 |
| 2034 | 55 |
| 2035 | 56 |
| 2036 | 57 |