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FORTHCOMING ISSUES

ISSUE (QUARTER)	Release Date
March 2010	9 March 2010

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the December 2009 issue of Tasmanian Statistical News.

This issue features a new hot topics section, focusing on bushfire awareness and population statistics. It also provides a potted history of the Census in the lead up to the 2011 Census of Population and Housing, which will mark the centenary of the Census in Australia. The spotlight this issue is on health.

What does the typical Tasmanian look like? What are their characteristics? Find out in our feature article: 'In search of the typical Tasmanian'.

Also discussed in this issue are aspects of statistical literacy, with a continued focus on data awareness.

We hope you find this newsletter interesting and informative, and we welcome your feedback and comments.



INQUIRIES

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