The Australian Bureau of Statistics will start mailing out forms for the postal ballot on Tuesday (sept 12) after the High Court dismissed a challenge to the eight-week national survey.
The Opposition will work with Finance Minister Mathias Cormann to draft laws ensuring all campaign material is authorised and there is balance in the broadcasting.
Opposition Leader Bill Shorten says he wants to include the same kinds of legal provisions that govern elections.
The results of the survey are expected to be released on November the 15th.
Depending on the outcome of the $112 million process, there could be a parliamentary vote on the issue before the end of the year.
