A new national survey reveals most Australians now want a temporary freeze on arrivals until the country’s stretched infrastructure can catch up to demand.

The survey of 1,007 people, conducted by Dynata for the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA) on September 13-14, shows 60 per cent of Australians believe migration levels are too high, while only seven per cent think they are too low.

Older Australians expressed the strongest concern, with 72 per cent of those aged 65 and over saying the intake is excessive.

Opposition to current migration levels also extends to younger generations, with 52 per cent of 18–24-year-olds saying the intake numbers are too high.

The growing unease reflects the mounting pressure on housing and public infrastructure.

The poll found 71 per cent of respondents

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