SEC Newgate Mood of the Nation - September 2025

Our latest Mood of the Nation report explores the views of more than 1,200 Australians on the energy transition, social cohesion and geopolitics, along with many of the other issues and views dominating our national psyche.

Support outweighs confidence in emissions targets

Prior to the Federal Government announcing its 2035 carbon emissions reduction target,  support for the 2030 target has fallen slightly, while support for our 2050 net zero ambition remains steady. However, there is currently little confidence that we will meet either goal. 

A continued slide in our long-term economic confidence

Whilst short and medium-term confidence in the economy remain stable, there is growing pessimism about the longer-term outlook. 

Social tensions are on the rise 

Just one in three Australians now believe social cohesion is at least ‘good’—the lowest level recorded in over a year.

Positive sentiment is climbing

On a brighter note, despite the complexity of these issues, Australians are beginning to feel more emotionally buoyant. 

Contacts

Contact us for more information about the full Mood of the Nation research report or if we can help you navigate community or stakeholder sentiment or expectations.

Peter Collingridge, Director, SEC Newgate Research – [email protected]

Feyi Akindoyeni, Founding Partner, SEC Newgate Australia – [email protected]

Clint McGilvray, Partner, SEC Newgate Australia – [email protected]

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