in 1901 , what percentage of australia was white
Overview [change | change source]. In 1901, 98% of people living in Australia were of European background, with  white  skin, and with British laws and customs. The government wanted to keep Australia this way. This had an influence on the type of people living in Australia.In 2001, many Australians claimed to have fathers from Europe.verview [change | change source]. In 1901, 98% of people living in Australia were of European background, with  white  skin, and with British laws and customs. The government wanted to keep Australia this way. This had an influence on the type of people living in Australia.