Census tools and resources
Quick access to resources, tools and information to support media coverage of the 2026 Census.
Release date and time
30/09/2026 11:00am AEST
Census participation tally
The ABS has received 10,475,036 household Census forms—online and paper—reflecting national participation as of Wednesday 30 September at 11:00am (AEST).
Please see the 2026 Census participation tally for each state and territory along with additional information.