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Survey suggests Australia could lose majority religious status with census question change

11 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

A recent survey indicates that Australia could no longer be considered a majority religious country if the census question format is altered. The Essential Media poll reveals that the current design, which allows respondents to select from a list of common religions, may overstate the nation's religious affiliation.
This finding raises questions about the accuracy of religious demographics in Australia ahead of the upcoming census in August.
The census is a critical tool for understanding demographic changes in Australia, and the design of its questions can greatly influence the data collected. As Australia becomes increasingly diverse, the way religion is measured may need to adapt to reflect the reality of its population.
The implications of this survey are significant, as they challenge the traditional understanding of Australia's religious landscape. If the census format were to change, it could lead to a reevaluation of how religious identity is perceived and represented in public policy and social discourse.

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