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Born in 1981? You are 44 or 45
45 if your birthday has already come this year, 44 if it is still to come. On your birthday in 2026 you turn 45.
As of Saturday 24 October 2026, Sydney time.
The Australian ages for 1981
| Milestone | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Enrol and vote (compulsory) | 18 | 1999 — reached |
| Preservation age — super | 60 | 2041 |
| Age Pension age | 67 | 2048 |
1981 had no 29 February. Where each age comes from: the sources.
Born in 1981: your age on each birthday ahead
| Birthday in | Turning |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 45 |
| 2027 | 46 |
| 2028 | 47 |
| 2029 | 48 |
| 2030 | 49 |
| 2031 | 50 |
| 2032 | 51 |
| 2033 | 52 |
| 2034 | 53 |
| 2035 | 54 |
| 2036 | 55 |