Register
View All Projects Back

2026 Census

Census night is on Tuesday 11 August 2026

Every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics counts every person and household in Australia. This is called theCensus of Population and Housing.The next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

The Census form asks questions about your age, country of birth, cultural background, living situation, work and education.

In the Census, every answer matters to help us understand what Australia needs now and into the future.

Census data is used to inform decisions about transport, schools, health care, infrastructure and business. It also helps plan local services for individuals, families and communities.

The Census is compulsory. Everyone in Australia on Census night must be included on a Census form.

Find out more

Extra Content Main Block

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications for over 1,600 Community Field Officer jobs open on Monday 11 May 2026. We need your help to spread the word with individuals, groups and organisations in your community.

The ABS are looking for a range of people with experience working with:

  • People living with disability
  • People experiencing homelessness
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • Youth and older Australians.

These jobs are temporary, flexible and close to home. They suit a variety of schedules, from retirees with community service experience to part-time workers looking to earn extra money

More information & apply

Important Links