Have your say about Census 2018
Statistics NZ wants to hear your views about the next census and is inviting you to take part in an online discussion
forum open from 30 April to 10 June 2015 via www.statistics.govt.nz
This is the first time Statistics NZ has engaged online with the public about the content of census, and it is an
important step in ensuring the 2018 Census is relevant for New Zealand.
Statistics NZ has developed a ‘Preliminary view’ of content for the 2018 Census based on its review process to date. The
online forum will be structured around these topics, with current thinking – including proposed changes – a starting
point for discussion.
Statistics NZ is encouraging people to respond to its initial recommendations, share their views and discuss issues that
matter to them with other Kiwis.
The best opportunity to influence census content is to make a formal submission, via www.statistics.govt.nz. The formal submission period will be open from 18 May until 30 June.
Statistics NZ welcomes all engagement and will listen carefully to everyone’s views, but will need to find the right
balance between making changes to better reflect New Zealand today and being able compare data over time. Factors such
as the length and complexity of the questionnaire will also need to be considered.
Following consultation, Statistics NZ will analyse the submissions and aim to confirm final content for the 2018 Census
in early 2017.
The online discussion forum will be live from Thursday 30 April to Wednesday 10 June.
People can make formal submissions online from Monday 18 May to Tuesday 30 June.
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