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Terang has an estimated 2,136 residents, down from 2,254 at the 2021 Census — a change of 118 people, or 5.2%. The population has thinned by an average 1.0% a year over five years, slower than 99% of areas nationally. Density is about 18 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to ABS population updates evaluated for the surrounding region and address data verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Terang has an estimated population of 2,136 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 118 people (5.2%) compared to the 2,254 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. The estimation is based on a resident population of 2,134 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 23 verified new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 17.9 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious living environment.
The primary contributor to local population gains in recent times was overseas migration, which served as the sole source of growth. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas lacking this coverage, projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023 are utilized, adjusted by aggregating population growth from LGA to SA2 levels using a weighted methodology. The age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also applied to all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections suggest the suburb of Terang will see growth exceeding the median rate of regional Australia, with an expected increase of 337 residents by 2041 based on combined SA2 projections, representing a total expansion of 15.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
25 new dwellings have been approved in Terang over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area records indicates that the suburb of Terang averages approximately 5 new residential approvals annually, representing an estimated total of 25 homes over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 1 approvals have been documented. Because the area has seen a shrinking population, the supply of housing has kept up with demand, creating a balanced market with options for buyers, while newly built properties average a value of $443,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium market segment.
In comparison to the Rest of Vic., construction activity in the suburb of Terang is significantly lower, tracking at 54.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited volume of new builds typically supports the demand and value of pre-existing homes, although construction pace has recently quickened. This level is also below the national average, reflecting the established character of the area and pointing to possible planning constraints. Furthermore, recent construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density profile of the area and appealing to buyers seeking space. Representing approximately 253 people per residential approval, the suburb of Terang displays the typical features of a low-density area. Future forecasts indicate that the suburb of Terang will add 335 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of housing might fall short of population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and lead to stronger price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Terang
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 48 current infrastructure and development projects close to Terang, worth an estimated $1.93 billion. 18 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and energy. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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An area's performance is heavily influenced by updates to local infrastructure, major projects, and development planning. AreaSearch has identified no projects likely to influence the local area. Key regional projects include Hexham Wind Farm, Warrnambool Line Upgrade, Spinifex Offshore Wind Farm, and Melbourne To Adelaide Freight Rail Improvements, with details provided on the developments most relevant to the locality.
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Camperdown Production Precinct Masterplan
The Camperdown Production Precinct is a 45-hectare industrial and business park located on Old Geelong Road, north of Camperdown. It is designed to support and build on the strengths of the agricultural sector, specifically value-adding food and fibre industries. The masterplan was adopted in February 2024 to enable long-term growth and management of the industrial estate. Planning Scheme Amendment C65 was approved and gazetted on 24 July 2025, rezoning land to Industrial 1 Zone. Council is actively seeking funding and investment to implement sustainable design controls and integrated water management systems.
Leura Aged Care
Leura Aged Care is a $39.6 million, 36-bed public residential aged care facility that replaced the ageing Merindah Lodge. The two-storey development features a dementia-friendly design with single bedrooms and private ensuites arranged in small household clusters. Shared amenities include a community room, cafe, gym, hair salon, and a commercial kitchen that services both the facility and the adjacent Camperdown Hospital. The project was delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with South West Healthcare to provide high-quality complex care in a home-like environment.
Mortlake Recreation Reserve Changerooms
Construction of new female-friendly changerooms at the Mortlake Recreation Reserve (DC Farran Oval) to benefit all users of the sports complex.
Mortlake Service Station and Rural Store
Proposed construction of a Liberty petrol station and an Elders Rural Store and trade supplies, located on former agricultural land. The project aims to provide important services and support the economic vitality of Moyne Shire and Mortlake.
Mortlake South Wind Farm
ACCIONA Energa's 157.5 MW wind farm, consisting of 35 wind turbines and battery storage. It has been fully operational since July 2024 and can generate enough energy for up to 117,000 households.
Mortlake Energy Hub
BrightNight's $700 million integrated hybrid renewable energy project, combining a 360 MW solar generation facility with a 300 MW Battery Energy Storage System. It is set to become Victoria's largest hybrid renewable energy project, capable of powering nearly 140,000 homes.
Mt Fyans Wind Farm
The Mt Fyans Wind Farm, set to be in Victoria's Southwest Renewable Energy Zone, will feature 81 turbines, generate 400 MW, and include 18 km of transmission lines. Starts 2024, operational by 2026.
Mortlake Battery Project
Origin Energy's large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Mortlake Power Station features a capacity of 300MW and up to 650MWh. Currently in the construction phase, it will connect to the existing 500kV network. The battery will play a vital role in grid stability by charging during off-peak periods when renewable generation is high and discharging during peak demand. Commissioning is expected in late 2026. The project represents a $400 million investment and has received conditional funding from ARENA.
960 residents of Terang are employed, from a labour force of 977. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 52.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,731, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Terang possesses a balanced labor force distributed across white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a solid representation of essential service industries, and an unemployment rate of only 1.7% based on AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 960 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 1.9% lower than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, while the workforce participation rate is considerably lower, sitting at 52.9% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data reveals that a modest 10.2% of residents worked from home, although this figure should be interpreted in light of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. The local economy is highly specialized in agriculture, forestry & fishing, employing residents at a rate 1.8 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 6.5% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 9.1% recorded for Regional Vic. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests a restricted number of local job opportunities. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions indicates that the local labor force contracted by 7.1% over the 12-month period, while employment fell by 6.7%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment drop by 0.1% and the labor force contract by 0.3%, with a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. National employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential employment trends in the suburb of Terang. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries will grow at different rates. Applying these industry projections to the employment profile of the suburb of Terang indicates a local employment increase of 6.0% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a simple weighted calculation for illustration that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Terang is $1,162 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $651 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,936 a year against an average of $53,747. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Based on AreaSearch's aggregation of the most recent ATO postcode data for the financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of Terang recorded a median income of $44,936 and an average income of $53,747. These figures are below national averages and compare to median and average incomes of $50,954 and $62,728 in Regional Vic. factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $49,259 for the median and $58,917 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Terang were positioned between the 10th and 19th percentiles nationally.
The weekly income bracket of $800 - 1,499 is the most common, accounting for 29.1% of residents (621 people), which contrasts with the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest at 30.3%. Although living expenses are moderate, with residents keeping 89.3% of their income, overall disposable income sits at the 16th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Terang had 926 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $225 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,066 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential landscape of the suburb of Terang at the time of the latest Census was comprised of 91.9% houses and 8.1% alternative dwellings like apartments or semi-detached homes, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other options in Regional Vic. The rate of outright home ownership in the suburb of Terang was significantly higher than the regional average, reaching 47.6%, with remaining homes either under a mortgage (31.4%) or rented (21.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,066, well below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was $225, compared to $285 across Regional Vic.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Terang are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Terang counted 926 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 82% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 64.3%, which consists of 21.7% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 35.7% of homes, with single-person households representing 31.9% and group living situations making up 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.2 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.2% of adults in Terang hold a university qualification, including 10.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 373 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,012 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment metrics indicate areas for development, as the university qualification rate of 15.2% is considerably lower than the VIC state average of 33.4%. This represents a challenge as well as a pathway for targeted educational programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.6% and postgraduate credentials at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is a strong point, with 37.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, including advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 28.4%. A significant proportion of the population, specifically 24.8%, is currently enrolled in formal studies.
This total includes 9.0% attending primary school, 8.1% enrolled in secondary school, and 1.5% undertaking tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Terang means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit options in the suburb of Terang consist of 2 active transport stops, which are train stations. These access points are serviced by 3 distinct routes, providing a combined total of 68 passenger trips per week. Transit access is classified as limited, with local residents living an average of 859 meters from their closest stop. Being a residential locality, most workers travel out of the area to work, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 92% of commuters, while 6% walk. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles.
A relatively small proportion of residents, 10.2%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of COVID-19 patterns. Service frequency averages 9 trips per day across the network, which translates to roughly 34 weekly trips at each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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58.4% of residents in Terang report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 83% of areas nationally. 10.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics indicate notable challenges for the suburb of Terang, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across young and old age brackets. The rate of private health insurance coverage is very low, encompassing approximately 48% of the population (~1,028 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues reported among residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 10.2 and 10.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 58.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
The working-age cohort experiences significant health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic conditions. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 30.3% of the community (647 people), exceeding the Regional Vic. level of 23.9%. Health measures for older residents indicate challenges, with national rankings for this cohort being even higher than those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Terang is largely Australian-born, at 93.6% of residents, with 2.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.9%) and English (31.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Terang shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens representing 92.1% of the population, 93.6% of residents born in Australia, and 97.5% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 58.6% of the population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic. Regarding family heritage based on parental birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Terang are Australian at 33.9%, English at 31.4%, and Irish at 14.8%, which is considerably higher than the Regional Vic. average of 9.7%. There are also differences in other backgrounds: Scottish ancestry is represented by 9.2% of the local population (compared to 8.8% regionally), Dutch by 1.5% (compared to 1.7%), and Maltese by 0.3% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Terang is 49, older than 90% of areas nationally. 21.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 49, the suburb of Terang has a population that is older than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and well above the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Vic. benchmark, the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 15.1%, while 35 - 44 year-olds are underrepresented at 10.1%. The local concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is also higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 13.2% to 15.1% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age group grew from 9.7% to 11.5%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 15.9% to 14.3% and the 45 to 54 demographic fell from 11.6% to 10.2%. Looking forward to 2041, age projections indicate notable changes in the demographic makeup of the suburb of Terang, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 86 people (40%) from 215 to 302, while population declines are anticipated for the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Terang
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 23 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,254 at the 2021 Census → 2,136 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22488). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.