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Planning the 2021 Census

Background, planning and privacy information for the 2021 Census.

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Planning for the 2021 Census

How will we conduct the 2021 Census and protect the privacy and confidentiality of the information you provide.

2021 Census overview

Australia’s next national Census will be held on Tuesday 10 August 2021.

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2020 Census Test

Thank you for your participation. Census Test night was Tuesday 27 October 2020.

2021 Census topics and data release plan

Final topics included in the 2021 Census, sample survey form and broad data release plans.

2021 Census Privacy Statement

Using administrative data for the 2021 Census

Enhancing the 2021 Census using administrative data

2021 topics consultation

Review of Census topics and public consultation information.
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