Australian news coverage often uses 1940s references to illustrate rising financial pressure across generations. SBS points out that younger Australians face deteriorating financial circumstances. Nine.com.au published details on the first generation facing lower living standards. The Point observes that losing economic ground remains a major concern for younger people.
Apart from financial stories, food media has turned attention to 1940s dishes. A professional chef on parade.com classified three traditional dishes from the period as traditional comfort fare. Additional news coverage covers 1940s movie noir lists, obituaries for Ahmed Nasser Mokbel and Glenna Lambert, and a China Daily report discussing farm tractors.