Census tools and resources
Quick access to resources, tools and information to support media coverage of the 2026 Census.
Release date and time
11/08/2026 12:15pm AEST
Census participation tally
The ABS has received 5,002,195 household Census forms—online and paper—reflecting national participation as of Tuesday 11 August at 11:38am (AEST).
Please see the 2026 Census participation tally for each state and territory along with additional information.