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Malayali Australian Total population Malayali
2,968(2001)[1]
7,093(2006)[1]
> Regions with significant populations Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide Languages Religion Related ethnic groups Indo-Australian
Malayali Australians are Australians whose ancestors, or themselves identify with Malayalam language. Malayalis originate from the South Indian state of Kerala, and is one of the fastest growing populations in Australia, with a 139% increase in Malayalam speakers from 2001 to 2006.[2]
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History
Notable Malayali Australians
- Mathai Varghese, pure mathematician
- Peter Varghese, public servant
See also
- Indo-Australian
- Malayali people
References
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(according to 2006 Australian census data: 20680 - Ancestry by Country of Birth of Parents)
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