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Australia adds gender identity, sexual orientation to census

Published Tuesday, August 11, 2026

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  • The 66-question census, held on Tuesday (August 11, 2026), is the first under a center-left Labor Party government since 2011.

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  • The Hindu

    The article highlights Australia's move to include gender identity and sexual orientation questions in its census, positioning it as a step towards greater inclusivity while noting the initial government hesitation and public advocacy that led to their inclusion.

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