Countdown begins for the census. Fingers crossed it goes well
18-07-2026 21:00 via smh.com.au

Countdown begins for the census. Fingers crossed it goes well

Every five years, Australia goes through a national headcount. Seven years of planning has gone into the August 11 census.
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