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Census 2016 a breakthrough for gender diversity

George St, looking toward Market Street in Sydney CBD

George St, looking toward Market Street in Sydney CBD Source: AAP

For the first time ever, census 2016 will recognise those who do not identify as either male or female.


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By Aileen Phillips, Lê Tâm

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For the first time ever, census 2016 will recognise those who do not identify as either male or female.


The Bureau is urging respondents to help provide an accurate snapshot of Australia's rapidly growing and changing population.


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