Date Time
ABS releases first tally of 2021 Census forms submitted: Australia
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) estimates it has received 1,023,561 Census forms as of Wednesday 4 August at 8am.
This tally is based on online forms submitted by households through the Census website. It is not a complete tally of submitted forms as it does not include any paper forms.
Andrew Henderson, Census Executive Director and National Spokesperson said, “with many households still to receive their Census instructions, we are delighted with the participation we have received at this early stage.
“It’s a great reminder that people can complete their Census as soon as they receive their instructions if they know where they’ll be on 10 August. They don’t have to wait until Census night.”
The Australian Bureau of Statistics has already received more than one million Census forms following a new rule that allows households to complete it prior to Census night.
Officially Census night is August 10, but thanks to COVID-19 restrictions the ABS is allowing households to pre-fill their forms if they already know who will be in their household come Census night.
As of Wednesday, August 4, an estimated 1,023,561 Census forms had already been completed.
READ MORE:
Every household will need to complete a Census form.(Getty)
Andrew Henderson, Census Executive Director and National Spokesperson for this year s count, said the team was overjoyed at the early tally.
Date Time
Australians encouraged to check their letterboxes for Census instructions
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has started sending instructions on how to complete the Census to more than 10 million Australian households ahead of the Census on Tuesday 10 August.
Around 85 per cent of all households in Australia will receive a letter that explains how to complete online or how to order a paper form.
Some households will receive a paper form and a reply-paid envelope for its return. There are instructions on the paper form if they prefer to complete it online.
Andrew Henderson, Census Executive Director and National Spokesperson said, “please check your letterbox. We’re encouraging people to complete their Census, as soon as they receive their instructions, if they know where they will be on Tuesday 10 August.
Date Time
2021 Census ready to operate in COVID safe way: Australia
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is ready to deliver a COVID safe and responsive 2021 Census.
Most people will complete the Census online with no contact from the ABS and all Census staff will operate under a COVID safe plan. The plan follows guidelines from federal, state and territory governments to keep the community safe.
Andrew Henderson, Census Executive Director and National Spokesperson said, “in the lead up to Census, we’ve undertaken extensive planning about how we engage with the community and ensure the safety of our staff during the pandemic.
Date Time
Census data shows over 3.6 million people volunteer: Australia
It’s National Volunteer Week and time to celebrate Aussies who give their time and skills to help those in need by giving back to their local communities.
According to 2016 Census data, over 3.6 million people said they had volunteered in the past year.
Andrew Henderson, Census Executive Director and National Spokesperson said, “National Volunteer Week is a good time to recognise our volunteers and acknowledge the important role the Census plays in providing a comprehensive picture of volunteering in Australia.
“The Census provides information on more than just the numbers of volunteers, it helps us understand their characteristics like where they live, how old they are, occupation and country of birth.