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Most Australians know the Census, but not everyone knows about the Multipurpose Household Survey. Each year, this survey...
12/11/2026

Most Australians know the Census, but not everyone knows about the Multipurpose Household Survey.

Each year, this survey gathers valuable information on topics such as employment, education, languages spoken at home, and people's experiences with health services, crime, and fraud.

A big thank you to everyone who takes part. By sharing your experiences, you're helping create trusted statistics that inform decisions that affect us all.

🔍 Can you spot three survey topics represented by the icons above?

Did you know that Tea Gardens - Hawks Nest in NSW has the oldest median age in Australia?We’ve just updated Data by regi...
11/11/2026

Did you know that Tea Gardens - Hawks Nest in NSW has the oldest median age in Australia?

We’ve just updated Data by region with the latest Regional population data so you can explore population trends and discover insights from communities across Australia.

Explore the data here: https://dbr.abs.gov.au/

Here is every birthdate, ranked from least to most common. How common is your birthday? 🎂
11/11/2026

Here is every birthdate, ranked from least to most common. How common is your birthday? 🎂

Today is   which marks the end of the First World War. A time to commemorate and remember those who have served Australi...
10/11/2026

Today is which marks the end of the First World War. A time to commemorate and remember those who have served Australia in all wars and conflicts.

In Australia today, more than half a million people have served, or are currently serving in the Australian Defence Force.

Nobody asks you questions when you say you're an accountant (except the ABS) 😏🧮
09/11/2026

Nobody asks you questions when you say you're an accountant (except the ABS) 😏🧮

It's World Radiography Day and we’re celebrating the growing number of Medical Diagnostic Radiographers. In 2021, there ...
08/11/2026

It's World Radiography Day and we’re celebrating the growing number of Medical Diagnostic Radiographers. In 2021, there were over 10,000 radiographers in Australia, up 40% from over a decade earlier.

The 2026 Census data is coming. Stay tuned to see how these numbers have changed.

The iconic TV show 24 turns 25 today! We know how Jack Bauer spent his day, but how does that compare to the average Aus...
06/11/2026

The iconic TV show 24 turns 25 today! We know how Jack Bauer spent his day, but how does that compare to the average Aussie, according to our Measured physical activity and sleep release? 🏃‍♂️

To celebrate 45 years of the Aussie classic "Down Under" by Men at Work, here are some very special stats about the land...
05/11/2026

To celebrate 45 years of the Aussie classic "Down Under" by Men at Work, here are some very special stats about the land down under 🇦🇺🦘🐨📊

Here's what Australian pharmacists would look like if they were 100 people 💊2026 Census data is coming! Stay tuned to se...
05/11/2026

Here's what Australian pharmacists would look like if they were 100 people 💊

2026 Census data is coming! Stay tuned to see how these numbers change.

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