What information is collected by the Australian Bureau of Statistics ABS Act?

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is empowered to collect a wide range of statistical information under the Australian Bureau of Statistics Act 1975. The Act provides the legal framework for the ABS to conduct its activities and gather data on various aspects of Australian society and the economy. The information collected by the ABS … Read more

Do you get fined if you don’t do the census in Australia?

In Australia, participation in the Census of Population and Housing is compulsory by law, and there can be penalties for not completing the Census or providing false or misleading information. The penalties for non-compliance with the Census include fines. If you fail to complete the Census or provide false or misleading information, you can be … Read more