Every five years Statistics New Zealand takes an official count of the population and dwellings in New Zealand. Statistics New Zealand will conduct the next Census of Population and Dwellings on Tuesday, 8 March 2011.
Information about the 2011 Census
2011 Census content development outlines discussion, consultation and decisions on topics to be included in the 2011 Census of Population and Dwellings.
The 2011 Census testing strategy focuses on conducting a more effective and efficient census.
The March 2009 Census test was the first field test leading up to the 2011 Census. It was a small scale test used to trial specific parts of the census process.
The Census Advisory Newsletter provides information about the 2011 Census of Population and Dwellings and is targeted at technical and professional audiences.
Review of Ethnicity Statistics
Statistics New Zealand is reviewing the official ethnicity statistical standard with a view to addressing some issue relating to the 'New Zealander' response. A discussion paper outlining the issues and proposed actions to address them has been published and Statistics NZ sought feedback (submissions closed on 25 May 2009). Following evaluation of the feedback, Statistics NZ expects to publish a final report of the review in the fourth quarter of 2009.
The discussion paper and more information about the review can be found at Review of the Ethnicity Statistical Standard 2009.