The NRMA Index

We believe that communities thrive when people are connected and kept moving. As one of Australia’s largest member-owned organisations – with over 105 years under our belt – and 3.3 million members and growing, we’re in a unique position to reflect the views of Australians on a whole range of issues. And the NRMA Index is our way to do just that.

From travel plans, adventures and EVs to making budgets go further, mateship, community hubs and random acts of kindness. The NRMA Index is a survey that allows us to check in with Australians –– on a variety of topics.

We’re excited to share our findings with you for our first one, which examines how comfortable Australians are asking others for help – especially relevant in this age of uncertainty and decreasing social cohesion. Let’s start by acknowledging our country is well known for our sense of mateship and helping others, but according to our research, many people who need help are reluctant to ask for it. We need to encourage ways to boost the way we connect, to break down barriers and bring out the very best qualities in our communities.

A great way for people to connect is through travel, so we also asked Australians how important travel is to them and if they’d like to make their money go further, since we know budgets play a big role in everyone’s ability to explore more.