Voice to Parliament: Australia has 'never' gone to referendum with details, says Aunty Pat
1 year, 9 months ago

Voice to Parliament: Australia has 'never' gone to referendum with details, says Aunty Pat

Daily Mail  

An Indigenous elder who helped the government carve out the Voice to Parliament referendum question has urged the Australian public to vote on principle - claiming further details won't be made public until after a 'Yes' vote. Aunty Pat Anderson, co-chair of the Uluru Dialogue and Alyawrre elder, told ABC News Breakfast Australia has 'never gone to a referenda with all the details' and that this will be no different. Aunty Pat Anderson, c o-chair of the Uluru Dialogue and Alyawrre elder, told ABC News Breakfast Australia has 'never gone to a referenda with all the details' and that this will be no different Aunty Pat said: 'In this kind of democracy, the one we have here in Australia, we vote on matters of principle. Mayo has become one of the most prominent campaigners in the Voice after contributing to the creation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart in 2017 Speaking at the Sydney Writers Festival to promote his new handbook to the Voice to Parliament, Mayo said he's throwing 'everything he has' at this referendum He made the comment in a video published by Search Foundation, a left-wing thinktank that markets itself as the successor to the Communist Party of Australia. Mr Mayo was speaking about the Uluru Statement from the Heart, some two years before the Albanese government announced there would a referendum on a First Nations Voice - an Aboriginal body with the power to propose alterations to all bills before parliament that impact indigenous people.

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Indigenous communities ask what's next for treaty and truth-telling a year after the Voice referendum
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Indigenous communities ask what's next for treaty and truth-telling a year after the Voice referendum

ABC  

As Australians begin an election year, Indigenous activists and communities are asking questions about our progress towards treaty and truth-telling processes. "Communities are having their own conversation about how we do treaty and truth-telling, not waiting for governments to do these processes," Ms Allam says. "It does feel like there's a bit of a vacuum nationally, that the current government …

Missed opportunity: The Hindu Editorial on the Australia referendum on giving voice to Indigenous peoples
1 year, 5 months ago

Missed opportunity: The Hindu Editorial on the Australia referendum on giving voice to Indigenous peoples

The Hindu  

In the recent Australia referendum on the Voice, a proposed body comprising members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to advise the country’s Parliament on laws impacting this vulnerable group, voters dropped the plan by a resounding 60% margin, rejecting an opportunity to amend their constitution for the first time in almost 50 years towards a more inclusive …

Failed referendum on Indigenous rights sets back Australian government plans to become a republic
1 year, 5 months ago

Failed referendum on Indigenous rights sets back Australian government plans to become a republic

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s failed referendum on the Indigenous Voice has set back the government’s plans to cut the nation’s constitutional ties to Britain’s King Charles III, a minister said Thursday. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the Voice referendum a top priority for his center-left Labor Party government’s first three-year term when it was elected last year. “Sadly, over the …

Failed referendum on Indigenous rights sets back Australian government plans to become a republic
1 year, 5 months ago

Failed referendum on Indigenous rights sets back Australian government plans to become a republic

The Independent  

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Why the Voice referendum failed and what Indigenous Australia wants to happen next
1 year, 5 months ago

Why the Voice referendum failed and what Indigenous Australia wants to happen next

ABC  

As Australians begin to comprehend the defeat of the Indigenous Voice referendum, First Nations people are beginning to feel the collective weight of the decision. Victorian Yes campaigner Marcus Stewart tells ABC News the campaign "struggled with our messaging and it got no cut through". Tasmanian Yes campaigner Rodney Dillon apportions the referendum loss to a "rampant online disinformation" campaign …

Did Indigenous people want a Voice? The results from some of Australia's most remote communities suggest many did
1 year, 5 months ago

Did Indigenous people want a Voice? The results from some of Australia's most remote communities suggest many did

ABC  

First Nations people in Australia were never going to have a uniform view on the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. "I knew, having spoken to people throughout the Northern Territory, to Indigenous people from the Northern Territory and right across the country … that a vast group of Indigenous Australians did not support the proposal," Northern Territory Senator …

Australia’s Indigenous leaders call for week of ‘silence and reflection’ after referendum defeat
1 year, 5 months ago

Australia’s Indigenous leaders call for week of ‘silence and reflection’ after referendum defeat

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Australia’s Indigenous leaders have called …

Indigenous TV host Brooke Boney reveals why she anchored Channel Nine's Voice coverage despite knowing the Yes campaign would lose
1 year, 5 months ago

Indigenous TV host Brooke Boney reveals why she anchored Channel Nine's Voice coverage despite knowing the Yes campaign would lose

Daily Mail  

Indigenous TV anchor and Yes supporter Brooke Boney has revealed why she covered the Voice referendum despite polls warning of a No victory. Indigenous TV presenter Brooke Boney revealed she wanted to 'be there' to deliver the results of the Voice referendum in an emotional message to First Nations people The presenter headed Channel Nine's live coverage of the referendum …

Australia rejects historic referendum to recognise Indigenous people in constitution
1 year, 5 months ago

Australia rejects historic referendum to recognise Indigenous people in constitution

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Australia on Saturday was set …

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed
1 year, 5 months ago

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians resoundingly rejected on Saturday a referendum proposal to create an advocacy committee to offer advice to Parliament on policies that affect Indigenous people — the nation’s most disadvantaged ethnic minority. Albanese promised on the day he was elected last year to hold the referendum and accepted responsibility for his government’s decision to proceed despite evidence it …

Fiery moment Anthony Albanese blows up over a simple question about what happens if Australia votes No at Voice referendum
1 year, 5 months ago

Fiery moment Anthony Albanese blows up over a simple question about what happens if Australia votes No at Voice referendum

Daily Mail  

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has concluded his campaign for the Voice to Parliament by lashing out over a question about what happens to the Uluru Statement from the Heart should Australia vote No. The Prime Minister launched a final Voice campaign sprint across multiple NSW polling booths flanked by his son Nathan, 22, and partner Jodie Haydon on Saturday Mr …

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed
1 year, 5 months ago

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed

LA Times  

Australians on Saturday resoundingly rejected a referendum proposal to create an advocacy committee to offer advice to Parliament on policies that affect Indigenous people — the nation’s most disadvantaged ethnic minority. Albanese promised on the day he was elected last year to hold the referendum and accepted responsibility for his government’s decision to proceed despite evidence it was doomed. Opponents …

Final arguments are being made before Australia’s vote Saturday to create Indigenous Voice
1 year, 5 months ago

Final arguments are being made before Australia’s vote Saturday to create Indigenous Voice

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Opposing campaigners made their final pitches on Friday over changing the Australia’s constitution to acknowledge a place for Indigenous Australians on the eve of the nation’s first referendum in a generation. “He’s instinctively won their hearts because Australians do want better outcomes for Indigenous Australians, but he hasn’t won their minds,” Dutton told Australian Broadcasting Corp. Indigenous …

Can't be bothered voting tomorrow? The consequence of not turning up to the polls for The Voice to Parliament
1 year, 5 months ago

Can't be bothered voting tomorrow? The consequence of not turning up to the polls for The Voice to Parliament

Daily Mail  

Australians have been warned they could be fined up to $200 if they refuse to take part in the upcoming Voice referendum. Some 6.4million Australians will be voting in their first referendum on October 24 to determine whether Australia should adopt an Indigenous Voice to Parliament How do I vote? The Australian Electoral Commission states: 'The formal voting instructions for …

What is the Voice to Parliament? How to vote early. Here's your pocket guide to the referendum
1 year, 5 months ago

What is the Voice to Parliament? How to vote early. Here's your pocket guide to the referendum

ABC  

On Saturday, millions will vote on whether to change the Australian Constitution to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. The ballot papers will ask voters to write the answer "Yes" or "No" to this question: A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. …

Opinion polls show Australians likely to reject Indigenous Voice to Parliament at referendum
1 year, 5 months ago

Opinion polls show Australians likely to reject Indigenous Voice to Parliament at referendum

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians appear likely to reject the creation of an advocate for the Indigenous population in a referendum outcome that some see as a victory for racism. Two opinion polls published in newspapers on Monday are the latest to show a majority of respondents oppose enshrining in Australia’s constitution an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Human rights lawyer Geoffrey …

Australia’s ‘voice’ for Indigenous people failing to win support
1 year, 5 months ago

Australia’s ‘voice’ for Indigenous people failing to win support

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Local residents walk up a …

Support for the Voice to Parliament is lower in outer suburbs and regional Australia than inner cities, polling suggests
1 year, 5 months ago

Support for the Voice to Parliament is lower in outer suburbs and regional Australia than inner cities, polling suggests

ABC  

On a Thursday evening at the Angle Vale Tavern in Adelaide's north, patrons are saying "yes" to beers, but a resounding "no" to the Voice referendum. Key points: Polling suggests voters in Australia's outer suburbs are more likely to vote No in the upcoming referendum Economic issues and failure to get bipartisan support for a Yes vote are to blame, …

Voice to Parliament explained: Here are the answers to your most-asked questions about the referendum
1 year, 5 months ago

Voice to Parliament explained: Here are the answers to your most-asked questions about the referendum

ABC  

Australians have voted against enshrining an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the constitution. According to the Yes campaign, the Voice would help improve government decisions by including First Nations people in the development of policy that is about them. Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney said the Voice would give advice that was independent from government on issues relating to Aboriginal …

Will this referendum change the country?
1 year, 5 months ago

Will this referendum change the country?

ABC  

ABC Listen, podcasts, radio news, music and more. Fran Kelly: That's Marcia Langton with something you know, sounds pretty close to a plea to the government. Fran Kelly: I think a legislative Voice is unlikely because if you think about it, if the Prime Minister, the day after the country voted no, said, oh, well, we're going to move forward …

Voice to Parliament referendum impacting mental health of Indigenous Australians as charities report increase in racism
1 year, 5 months ago

Voice to Parliament referendum impacting mental health of Indigenous Australians as charities report increase in racism

ABC  

Wiradjuri man Peter Harris has chosen to stay away from engaging in the political jargon surrounding the Voice to Parliament. "I think it's put a lot of stress on my back because a lot of people have come to me asking these questions and I don't have the answers to all of them," he said. "To me, the river's about …

What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament and how would it work? Plus everything you need to know about voting and what happens next
1 year, 5 months ago

What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament and how would it work? Plus everything you need to know about voting and what happens next

ABC  

On October 14, Australian voters will vote in the first referendum of this century. This would happen by changing the constitution to include a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice, which would give Indigenous people a direct line to advise government on issues that affect their communities. The Voice is short for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait …

Record number of Australians enroll to vote in referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament
1 year, 6 months ago

Record number of Australians enroll to vote in referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A record number of Australians enrolled to vote in a …

A record number of Australians enroll to vote in referendum on Indigenous Voice
1 year, 6 months ago

A record number of Australians enroll to vote in referendum on Indigenous Voice

NPR  

A record number of Australians enroll to vote in referendum on Indigenous Voice Enlarge this image toggle caption Roy Vandervegt/AP Roy Vandervegt/AP CANBERRA, Australia — A record number of Australians enrolled to vote in a referendum that would create an Indigenous advocacy body, as the first ballots for constitutional change are set to be cast in remote Outback locations next …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament rallies draw big numbers across Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

Indigenous Voice to Parliament rallies draw big numbers across Australia

ABC  

Quick Read In short: Yes campaign marches have taken place across Australia in support of a constitutionally-enshrined First Nations Voice to Parliament. Yes campaign marches have taken place across Australia in support of a constitutionally-enshrined First Nations Voice to Parliament. Sydney Walk for Yes rally attendee, Indigenous man Phil Hope. "There's a lot of negativity going around in the media …

Voice referendum: Pro-'Yes' vote MPs called out over one small detail in a photo with the PM: 'I thought it wasn't about that?'
1 year, 6 months ago

Voice referendum: Pro-'Yes' vote MPs called out over one small detail in a photo with the PM: 'I thought it wasn't about that?'

Daily Mail  

A 'Yes' campaign brochure had word 'treaty' printed on the front MP's called out after hidden detail in photo with PM is exposed PM Anthony Albanese's claim the Voice referendum is not about a 'treaty' with Indigenous people was again undercut in a photo op with independent Teal MPs to promote the Yes vote. Pictured with cross-bench MPs Sophie Scamps, …

Voice to Parliament No campaigners accused of asking volunteers to spread 'fear and misinformation'
1 year, 6 months ago

Voice to Parliament No campaigners accused of asking volunteers to spread 'fear and misinformation'

ABC  

The No campaign has been accused of asking volunteers to spread "fear and misinformation" and "flat out lie" in an effort to convince referendum voters of its agenda. Key points: No campaigners are being accused of telling "flat out lies" by the government No cold-calling volunteers were told to avoid saying which side of the Voice to Parliament debate they …

Over half of Australians oppose Indigenous advisory panel in constitution: Report
1 year, 6 months ago

Over half of Australians oppose Indigenous advisory panel in constitution: Report

India Today  

More than half of Australians would reject the inclusion of an Indigenous advisory panel in the constitution, a newspaper poll showed on Monday, as the government struggles to lift support for the landmark proposal ahead of a vote in about six weeks. The latest newspoll conducted for The Australian newspaper showed support for a "Voice to Parliament", an Indigenous committee …

Do these Voice to Parliament claims raise an eyebrow? Here's what you can do about it
1 year, 6 months ago

Do these Voice to Parliament claims raise an eyebrow? Here's what you can do about it

ABC  

The Voice debate has been mired in misinformation, including unfounded claims around land rights, misleadingly edited videos, and accusations of voter fraud. Reminiscent of the lengthy chain emails distributed in the pre-social media era, a post listing up to 55 Indigenous organisations under the proclamation "THEY NEED ANOTHER VOICE!!" This is consistent with statements from Mr Mundine since 2017, in …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: Pat Anderson says advisory body will 'share power' with parliament - and putting it in the constitution means lawmakers will be 'forced to listen' to their demands
1 year, 6 months ago

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: Pat Anderson says advisory body will 'share power' with parliament - and putting it in the constitution means lawmakers will be 'forced to listen' to their demands

Daily Mail  

One of the architects of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament has been called out for claiming the advisory body that would follow a successful 'Yes' vote would 'share power with parliament'. She also dismissed claims the Voice will only be an 'advisory body' saying placing it in the constitution means lawmakers will be 'forced' to listen to their demands. Ms …

Prime minister pitching Yes in Tasmania, No camp visits South Australia as Voice debate ramps up
1 year, 6 months ago

Prime minister pitching Yes in Tasmania, No camp visits South Australia as Voice debate ramps up

ABC  

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will spend the first full day of the Voice to Parliament referendum campaign since setting the date for the poll in Tasmania, as leading No advocates travel to South Australia, with both states expected to be key in determining the outcome of the vote. Key points: Australians will vote on whether to enshrine the Voice to …

Australia Set to Hold Indigenous Rights Referendum on Oct 14
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia Set to Hold Indigenous Rights Referendum on Oct 14

News 18  

Australia will hold a historic Indigenous rights referendum on October 14, the prime minister said Wednesday, setting up a defining moment for the nation’s relationship with Aboriginal minorities. The “yes” campaign is currently trailing in the polls, sparking fears a failed referendum could tarnish Australia’s global reputation and squander a rare chance to reduce pervasive inequality. “Australians have recognised it’s …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: What Australians need to know ahead of the October 14 referendum
1 year, 6 months ago

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: What Australians need to know ahead of the October 14 referendum

Daily Mail  

Australians have been warned they could be fined if they refuse to take part in the upcoming Voice referendum. Some 6.4million Australians will be voting in their first referendum on October 24 to determine whether Australia should adopt an Indigenous Voice to Parliament How do I vote? The Australian Electoral Commission states: 'The formal voting instructions for the referendum are …

Ernie Dingo hits out at Indigenous Australians voting No at the Voice to Parliament referendum
1 year, 6 months ago

Ernie Dingo hits out at Indigenous Australians voting No at the Voice to Parliament referendum

Daily Mail  

Ernie Dingo has seemingly hit out at Indigenous Australians planning on voting No in the upcoming Voice to Parliament referendum. Dingo, an Indigenous actor and TV personality best known for hosting The Great Outdoors, said the money put towards the No campaign could've been used to close the gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous Australians in …

Australians to vote in a referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament on October 14
1 year, 6 months ago

Australians to vote in a referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament on October 14

The Hindu  

Australians will vote on October 14 on a proposed law to create a so-called Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the nation’s first referendum in a generation. Explained | Australia’s referendum to include an Indigenous ‘Voice’ in its Constitution The referendum would enshrine in the Constitution an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, a collection of advocates aimed at giving the nation’s most …

Australians are voting on creating an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Here’s what you need to know
1 year, 6 months ago

Australians are voting on creating an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Here’s what you need to know

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians will vote on Oct. 14 in a referendum that would enshrine in the nation’s constitution a mechanism for Indigenous people to advise Parliament on policies that effect their lives known as the Voice. Opponents argue it would be the biggest change to Australia’s democracy in the nation’s history and divide Australians along racial lines without reducing …

Australians are voting on creating an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Here's what you need to know
1 year, 6 months ago

Australians are voting on creating an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Here's what you need to know

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Opponents argue it would be the biggest change to …

Voice referendum date announced: Anthony Albanese confirms when Australians will vote - but not before a website glitch gave it away: PM gives damning verdict of what 'No' vote would mean
1 year, 6 months ago

Voice referendum date announced: Anthony Albanese confirms when Australians will vote - but not before a website glitch gave it away: PM gives damning verdict of what 'No' vote would mean

Daily Mail  

My fellow Australians, For many years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have advocated for Constitutional Recognition through a Voice. To say Yes to an idea whose time has come To say Yes to an invitation that comes directly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people themselves. The Voice will be a committee of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, …

Australia's historic vote on Indigenous recognition on October 14
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia's historic vote on Indigenous recognition on October 14

India Today  

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday that a landmark referendum to change the constitution to recognise the country's Indigenous people will be held on October 14. Australians will be asked to vote on whether they support altering the constitution to include a "Voice to Parliament", an Indigenous committee to advise the federal parliament on matters affecting the Aboriginal …

The Voice referendum could be Australia's date with destiny, and it may never come around again
1 year, 6 months ago

The Voice referendum could be Australia's date with destiny, and it may never come around again

ABC  

Six years ago, while the sun crept up into the crevices of Uluru, millions of Australians woke to what seemed like just another morning in May. Voice to Parliament vote Photo shows Anthony Albanese standing in front of "VOTE YES" branding as he announces the date of the Voice to Parliament referendum The fate of a constitutionally-enshrined Indigenous Voice to …

The Voice to Parliament explained: How to vote, what is the referendum question and when will we know the result?
1 year, 6 months ago

The Voice to Parliament explained: How to vote, what is the referendum question and when will we know the result?

ABC  

Many Australians voting in the Voice to Parliament referendum, which has been announced for October 14, will never have voted in a referendum before. The question that will be put to voters is whether a new chapter should be added to the constitution, which would read: 129 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice In recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait …

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament referendum set for October 14
1 year, 6 months ago

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament referendum set for October 14

ABC  

Australians will decide the fate of a constitutionally enshrined Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament on October 14. The proposed Voice would have the power to advise the parliament and federal government on matters that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The question being put to Australians "A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the …

‘Yes’ optimistic as Australia sets date for Indigenous ‘Voice’ referendum
1 year, 6 months ago

‘Yes’ optimistic as Australia sets date for Indigenous ‘Voice’ referendum

Al Jazeera  

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says voting on proposal that could change country ‘for the better’ will take place on October 14. If successful, the vote will see Australia’s Constitution amended to acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and create an all-Indigenous advisory board within the federal government. The referendum will see voters asked whether they agree to “alter the …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum date announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese — as it happened
1 year, 6 months ago

Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum date announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese — as it happened

ABC  

I don't understand, what's the point of the Minister for Indigenous Australians? And it's a good one, because we know there's been some confusion and debate over why an external Voice to Parliament is needed when there are Indigenous voices and politicians inside the Parliament of Australia. The role and function of the Minister for Indigenous Australians is to drive …

Sunrise host Nat Barr says what many Aussies are thinking about The Voice referendum
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunrise host Nat Barr says what many Aussies are thinking about The Voice referendum

Daily Mail  

Polling shows the Yes camp is falling behind Sunrise host Natalie Barr has voiced her concerns about the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum, saying Australians want to recognise First Nations people but don't understand how the mechanism will work. Anthony Albanese will announce the official date of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum today in the must-win state of South …

Australian prime minister will set a referendum date for Indigenous Voice to Parliament
1 year, 7 months ago

Australian prime minister will set a referendum date for Indigenous Voice to Parliament

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australian Prime Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday he expects public support for creating a so-called Indigenous Voice to Parliament will grow after he focuses the nation’s minds on the issue by setting a date for Australia’s first referendum in a generation. Albanese will announce on Wednesday a date for a referendum that would enshrine in the constitution …

Voice referendum date to be announced in South Australia next Wednesday
1 year, 7 months ago

Voice referendum date to be announced in South Australia next Wednesday

ABC  

The date for the Voice to Parliament referendum will be announced at an event in Adelaide on Wednesday next week, the Prime Minister's Office has confirmed, as the battle to win voters in key states ramps up. Australians will be asked: "A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: Anthony Albanese to announce referendum date in South Australia
1 year, 7 months ago

Indigenous Voice to Parliament: Anthony Albanese to announce referendum date in South Australia

Daily Mail  

Australians will likely head to the polls on October 14 to vote on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament - the first referendum held in 24 years. Ending months of speculation, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will officially announce the date in the must-win state of South Australia next week, kicking off an intense six-week campaign. Mr Albanese will join prominent Voice …

Lidia Thorpe says Australia’s voice referendum should be called off
1 year, 7 months ago

Lidia Thorpe says Australia’s voice referendum should be called off

Al Jazeera  

Prominent senator says she does not believe the proposal will address the longstanding issues facing Aboriginal people. Australian senator Lidia Thorpe has said the country’s planned referendum on an Indigenous “voice” to parliament should be called off because it is just “window dressing”. “This is just another attempt by a colonial government to make clear that it has power over …

The Voice was supposed to unify Australians. Where has the optimism gone?
1 year, 7 months ago

The Voice was supposed to unify Australians. Where has the optimism gone?

ABC  

When Anthony Albanese confirmed at the Garma Festival 12 months ago that his new government would go ahead with a referendum on Indigenous recognition and an Indigenous Voice, the Arnhem Land air seemed full of optimism. VERDICT: "Yes, but more to it" Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has claimed surveys show Indigenous Australians support the Voice at a rate between 80 …

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