Australia's 'most progressive' census to count diverse families with new gender and sexuality questions

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27 July 2026 at 3:26 am

Australia's 'most progressive' census to count diverse families with new gender and sexuality questions

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Australia's upcoming national census on August 11 will include questions about sexual orientation, sex at birth, and gender identity for the first time, aiming for greater inclusivity. This change is significant for individuals like April Long, who previously found the census did not adequately represent their family.

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