Next Census to Include Gender Identity Question After Week of Pressure

The week-long debate saw the Labor Party split with its progressive electorates pushing for inclusion of gender diversity questions.

A zebra crossing adorned with pride colours at Griffith University's Nathan Campus in Brisbane, Australia on Jan. 30, 2024. Daniel Teng/The Epoch Times

A row over questions on gender identity in the next Census has compelled the Australian Bureau of Statistics to include questions on sexual preference.

The move comes after progressive leaders, bodies, and media outlets pushed the issue over the past week.