Indigenous leader Noel Pearson continues push for constitutional recognition and Voice to Parliament
3 years, 9 months ago

Indigenous leader Noel Pearson continues push for constitutional recognition and Voice to Parliament

ABC  

Indigenous leader Noel Pearson says Australia is incomplete without constitutional recognition of First Nations people, as leaders renew calls for a referendum on a Voice to Parliament. Key points: Noel Pearson is urging the federal government to not give up on the push for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament He criticised political leaders for delaying holding a referendum on constitutional recognition for First Nations people Labor and unions have renewed their calls for a constitutionally enshrined voice In a speech at the National Museum of Australia, Mr Pearson urged the government not to give up on the decades-long push for constitutional recognition and reiterated his support for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament to be enshrined in the constitution, in line with the calls of the 2017 Uluru Statement from the Heart. In a statement, Minister for Indigenous Australians Ken Wyatt said the government would consider all legal options for the form of the voice after the co-design process had finished. "We are now in the second stage of the Indigenous voice co-design process, inviting all Australians to provide their feedback and comments on Indigenous voice proposals," Mr Wyatt said.

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Aboriginal leaders criticise Harvey shire councillor over Acknowledgment of Country debate
1 year, 1 month ago

Aboriginal leaders criticise Harvey shire councillor over Acknowledgment of Country debate

ABC  

Aboriginal leaders have lined up to criticise the comments and proposal of a shire councillor in Western Australia, as a second local government in the region considers the future of Acknowledgements of Country. Key points: The Shire of Harvey is the second South West council to consider the future of Acknowledgements of Country The councillor behind the proposal has described …

Indigenous leaders break their silence, call referendum defeat 'appalling and mean-spirited'
1 year, 2 months ago

Indigenous leaders break their silence, call referendum defeat 'appalling and mean-spirited'

ABC  

Indigenous leaders who supported the Yes case at last week’s Voice referendum have written to the prime minister saying the No vote was a “shameful victory”. Key points: The letter said the constitution belongs to "white people" and no reform of it that "includes our peoples will ever succeed" The letter attributed the historic referendum loss to a lack of …

Missed opportunity: The Hindu Editorial on the Australia referendum on giving voice to Indigenous peoples
1 year, 2 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, 2 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 …

Australians decide against creating an Indigenous Voice to advise Parliament on minority issues
1 year, 2 months ago

Australians decide against creating an Indigenous Voice to advise Parliament on minority issues

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians voted in a referendum Saturday against enshrining in the nation’s constitution a mechanism for Indigenous people to advise Parliament on policies that affect their lives. Proponents said creating an Indigenous Voice via the constitution would recognize the special place that Indigenous people have in Australian history while giving them input in government policies. The proposal called …

Final arguments are being made before Australia’s vote Saturday to create Indigenous Voice
1 year, 2 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 …

Australia’s ‘voice’ for Indigenous people failing to win support
1 year, 2 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 …

Indigenous Voice to Parliament rallies draw big numbers across Australia
1 year, 3 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 to Parliament No campaigners accused of asking volunteers to spread 'fear and misinformation'
1 year, 3 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 …

Do these Voice to Parliament claims raise an eyebrow? Here's what you can do about it
1 year, 3 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, 3 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 …

Australians to vote in a referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament on October 14
1 year, 3 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, 3 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 …

Australian prime minister will set a referendum date for Indigenous Voice to Parliament
1 year, 3 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 …

Indigenous voters weigh up Voice to Parliament as SA emerges as key battleground state
1 year, 3 months ago

Indigenous voters weigh up Voice to Parliament as SA emerges as key battleground state

ABC  

Valerie Walker is one of the people advocates hope the Voice to Parliament will help the most. Key points: Voice proponents believe SA is a crucial battleground state, that could make or break their campaign Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle says the Voice is risky and divisive Indigenous voters in SA have called for more information ahead of the referendum But …

Voice referendum date to be announced in South Australia next Wednesday
1 year, 4 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 …

The 'Voices' that already exist: Aboriginal executives explain how First Nations advisory works
1 year, 5 months ago

The 'Voices' that already exist: Aboriginal executives explain how First Nations advisory works

ABC  

Every day at work, Noongar elder Robyn Collard is asked to weigh in on issues concerning Indigenous Australians. Key points: Prominent Perth community organisations have Aboriginal advisory roles They say their roles are an example of how the Voice would work Official Yes and No cases were published earlier this week She's an executive at Wanslea — a non-government organisation …

Indigenous community's handling of COVID shows why Voice to Parliament needed, Fiona Stanley says
1 year, 5 months ago

Indigenous community's handling of COVID shows why Voice to Parliament needed, Fiona Stanley says

ABC  

Former Australian of the Year Fiona Stanley believes Aboriginal people had the best response to COVID-19 "in the world", and says it proves an Indigenous Voice to Parliament will improve health outcomes for First Nations people. Key points: Fiona Stanley says Indigenous people benefited from having a say on COVID She says their pandemic response shows a Voice will make …

South Australian government pushes back state Voice to Parliament elections by six months
1 year, 5 months ago

South Australian government pushes back state Voice to Parliament elections by six months

ABC  

South Australia has delayed the introduction of its state-based Voice to Parliament, just months from the referendum to decide whether to create a national Voice. Key points: Aboriginal Affairs Minister Kyam Maher said the establishment of the SA Voice was "causing confusion" ahead of the referendum The six-month delay means the first SA Voice elections will not be held until …

Explained | The referendum on Indigenous Voice in Australia’s constitution
1 year, 6 months ago

Explained | The referendum on Indigenous Voice in Australia’s constitution

The Hindu  

The story so far: A bill passed by the Australian Parliament earlier this week has set the stage for a historic referendum on constitutional recognition for the Indigenous people, who account for 3.2% of the country’s nearly 26 million population. The Australian government defines Indigenous people as those who “are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent; identify as being …

Voice to Parliament: Australia has 'never' gone to referendum with details, says Aunty Pat
1 year, 6 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 …

Voice to Parliament draws mixed opinions in Indigenous community of Woorabinda
1 year, 6 months ago

Voice to Parliament draws mixed opinions in Indigenous community of Woorabinda

ABC  

Like many in his community, Douglas Graham wants to see the town of Woorabinda — and the lives of the people in it — improve, but he is unsure if or how the Indigenous Voice to Parliament would help. "I support the concept of constitutional recognition, but if you really want to make change, and close this gap … the …

Indigenous leader Fred Pascoe says the Voice is still mysterious to many people
1 year, 7 months ago

Indigenous leader Fred Pascoe says the Voice is still mysterious to many people

ABC  

Prominent Indigenous leaders from Australia's north are calling on the federal government to give people more information about the Voice to Parliament or risk a no vote. Key points: An Indigenous leader says economic development is the key to intergenerational change Fred Pascoe supports the the Voice but says it will need to offer more than a "warm and fuzzy …

Got questions about the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? You're not alone. Tell us what you want to know
1 year, 7 months ago

Got questions about the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? You're not alone. Tell us what you want to know

ABC  

The Indigenous Voice to Parliament will be voted on in a referendum on October 14 - and we want you to send us the questions you want answers to. The Voice would provide permanent representation and recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Constitution. It would be a new body that represents First Nations people from across …

What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? Here's how it would work and who's for and against it
1 year, 7 months ago

What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? Here's how it would work and who's for and against it

ABC  

There's been a lot of talk about having an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, which would lead to a change to the Australian Constitution. The Voice would provide permanent representation and recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Constitution. In late March, the Referendum Working Group finalised its recommended wording of the referendum question, with Prime Minister Anthony …

Indigenous elder Leslie Schultz finds voice at United Nations, while pushing for Voice to Parliament at home
1 year, 7 months ago

Indigenous elder Leslie Schultz finds voice at United Nations, while pushing for Voice to Parliament at home

ABC  

Leslie Schultz, a Ngadju elder from Western Australia's Goldfields, has just returned from New York. Mr Schultz said the global threat of climate change had not been caused by Indigenous people, but could be mitigated by them. While Mr Schultz was heard as part of a global Indigenous voice at the UN, he said First Nations Australians didn't have a …

There are 11 First Nations MPs and senators. Here's what they think of a Voice to Parliament
1 year, 7 months ago

There are 11 First Nations MPs and senators. Here's what they think of a Voice to Parliament

ABC  

The 2022 federal election delivered record results for First Nations representation in parliament. I believe that an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament will achieve practical outcomes for First Nations communities. Comprised of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the Voice will be an advisory body, it will have the capacity to make representations to government on the …

Central West NSW First Nations leaders rally behind Voice to Parliament
1 year, 8 months ago

Central West NSW First Nations leaders rally behind Voice to Parliament

ABC  

Indigenous elders and leaders from western New South Wales have rallied behind the "yes" vote for a First Nations Voice to Parliament, with one local leader citing the upcoming referendum as an unexpected once-in-a-generation opportunity. Key points: Several Indigenous representatives spoke about why the Voice to Parliament would deliver better outcomes for their communities Multiple speakers said the system was …

Legal experts offer Voice to Parliament backing as referendum looms
1 year, 8 months ago

Legal experts offer Voice to Parliament backing as referendum looms

ABC  

Some of the nation's pre-eminent constitutional law experts have resoundingly backed the proposed Voice to Parliament during a parliamentary committee hearing in the nation's capital. Key points: The first day of a parliamentary inquiry into the proposed wording of the Voice to Parliament constitutional amendment has focused on the inclusion of "executive government" Constitutional experts rubbished concerns the proposed model …

Noel Pearson accused Peter Dutton of 'preparing the grave' to bury the Uluru Statement, after Liberals reject Voice proposal
1 year, 8 months ago

Noel Pearson accused Peter Dutton of 'preparing the grave' to bury the Uluru Statement, after Liberals reject Voice proposal

ABC  

One of Australia's most prominent Indigenous leaders, Noel Pearson, has accused Liberal leader Peter Dutton of rejecting the Voice to Parliament for his own political gain, after the federal party determined to go against its state colleagues and campaign against the Voice in a referendum. Key points: Noel Pearson says on the eve of Passover, Peter Dutton has committed a …

Liberal Party confirms it will oppose the Indigenous Voice to Parliament
1 year, 8 months ago

Liberal Party confirms it will oppose the Indigenous Voice to Parliament

ABC  

The Liberal Party has announced its formal opposition to the federal government's model for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, after a party room meeting in Canberra. Key points: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the party does support constitutional recognition He says the Liberals will advocate for the policy of regional and local voices they took to the election At least …

Liberal Party to discuss Voice to Parliament position at party room meeting this week
1 year, 8 months ago

Liberal Party to discuss Voice to Parliament position at party room meeting this week

ABC  

The Liberal party room will discuss whether to support the Voice to Parliament on Wednesday, Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister Julian Leeser has said. Key points: Mr Leeser would not pre-empt what position the Liberal party will eventually take, if any He says he wants to see the second clause of Labor's proposal for the Voice to be removed He also …

South Australia's historic Indigenous Voice to Parliament has passed, but what happens now?
1 year, 8 months ago

South Australia's historic Indigenous Voice to Parliament has passed, but what happens now?

ABC  

South Australia's Premier Peter Malinauskas has conceded he does not expect the state's First Nations Voice to Parliament to lead to sudden improvements but hopes that "over years and decades to come, there is some positive change". Key points: Laws passed in SA yesterday to establish a First Nations Voice to Parliament Elections will be held later this year to …

SA becomes first Australian jurisdiction to create First Nations Voice to Parliament as historic bill passes
1 year, 8 months ago

SA becomes first Australian jurisdiction to create First Nations Voice to Parliament as historic bill passes

ABC  

South Australia has become the first jurisdiction in the country to set up an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Key points: Laws have passed in SA to establish a First Nations Voice to Parliament The passing of the bill makes SA the first state to enact legislation on a Voice to Parliament Despite the rainy weather, a crowd gathered outside Parliament …

How will WA's vast landscape and wide array of Indigenous viewpoints affect how it votes in Voice referendum?
1 year, 9 months ago

How will WA's vast landscape and wide array of Indigenous viewpoints affect how it votes in Voice referendum?

ABC  

Western Australia's vastness, the variety of different Aboriginal views and experiences of entrenched disadvantage are likely to shape the state's coming vote on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Key points: Western Australia's leaders have differing opinions on the Voice referendum Some believe it will help unite Indigenous and non-Indigenous people Others believe it will offer little practical benefit to Indigenous …

Voice to Parliament referendum triggers different views among Indigenous Australians
1 year, 9 months ago

Voice to Parliament referendum triggers different views among Indigenous Australians

ABC  

In Sydney's western suburbs, Uncle Wes Marne's weathered hands are making jewellery out of beads coloured in the red, yellow and black of the Aboriginal flag. Key points: The proposed wording for the Voice to Parliament referendum was unveiled on Thursday Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has described the Voice as an independent, representative body for First Nations people Australians will …

What are Australia's plans for Indigenous Voice?
1 year, 9 months ago

What are Australia's plans for Indigenous Voice?

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. Proponents say embedding the Voice in the constitution would …

What are Australia’s plans for Indigenous Voice?
1 year, 9 months ago

What are Australia’s plans for Indigenous Voice?

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians expect to vote this year 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. Proponents say embedding the Voice in the constitution would recognize the special place that Indigenous people have in Australian history while giving them …

Voice to Parliament referendum question and constitutional amendment announced
1 year, 9 months ago

Voice to Parliament referendum question and constitutional amendment announced

ABC  

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced the proposed question Australians will be asked at this year's referendum and the draft constitutional amendment that would enable an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Key points: The government will introduce legislation with the question wording to parliament next week It will be voted on by the parliament in June The wording is broadly in …

Thousands of Australians will not be able to vote in Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum
1 year, 9 months ago

Thousands of Australians will not be able to vote in Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum

ABC  

Thousands of people — including a significant number of First Nations Australians — will be prevented from voting on the referendum to establish an Indigenous Voice to Parliament if amendments to the referendum machinery bill are voted down in the Senate. Key points: People serving a sentence of more than three years in prison are not eligible to vote in …

Indigenous Australians both hopeful and anxious about a Voice to Parliament
1 year, 9 months ago

Indigenous Australians both hopeful and anxious about a Voice to Parliament

ABC  

Uncle Danny Eastwood began his art as a child growing up in and around Sydney during the 1950s, discovering he had an "imagination that sees things all the time". Despite years of "truth-telling", Uncle Danny feels many people are still not listening and hopes an Indigenous Voice to Parliament can change that. "The Voice is saying we need housing, we …

South Australian Liberals to oppose state First Nations Voice to Parliament proposal
1 year, 10 months ago

South Australian Liberals to oppose state First Nations Voice to Parliament proposal

ABC  

South Australia's Liberal opposition is set to oppose laws that would create a First Nations Voice to the state's parliament. Key points: South Australian Liberals say the proposed model is "rushed" and "defective" It says the bill would create a "third chamber of parliament" The state government has rejected that claim, describing it as a "scare tactic" The bill — …

Voice not 'on track for success' says Opposition
1 year, 10 months ago

Voice not 'on track for success' says Opposition

ABC  

Shadow Attorney-General Julian Leeser and Liberal leader Peter Dutton say they do not believe the proposed Voice to Parliament is "on track for success" following a meeting with the referendum working group. Key points: Debate over the wording of the proposed constitutional amendment has dominated a meeting of the referendum working group One lawyer said leaving “executive government” in the …

SA First Nations Voice set to pass with support from The Greens, but opposition seeks more detail
1 year, 10 months ago

SA First Nations Voice set to pass with support from The Greens, but opposition seeks more detail

ABC  

The SA government hopes laws to create a state-based Voice to Parliament will pass by Easter, but questions remain about how South Australia will be split up and geographically represented by the model. Aboriginal Affairs Minister Kyam Maher said it was a "defining moment" for the state and he hoped to have the bill through Parliament before Easter in April. …

Former John Howard chief of staff Tony Nutt joins Voice referendum Yes campaign group
1 year, 10 months ago

Former John Howard chief of staff Tony Nutt joins Voice referendum Yes campaign group

ABC  

The Yes campaign for this year's Voice referendum is amassing a heavy-hitting group of business, legal and political minds to lead the case for change, announcing a respected Liberal strategist and John Howard confidant as its latest recruit. Key points: High-profile Australians across the political aisle have joined the Yes campaign Lawyer Danny Gilbert and film director Rachel Perkins will …

EXPLAINER: What is an Australian Black Voice to Parliament?
1 year, 10 months ago

EXPLAINER: What is an Australian Black Voice to Parliament?

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians expect to vote this year 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. Proponents say embedding the Voice in the constitution would recognize the special place that Indigenous people have in Australian history while giving them …

EXPLAINER: What is an Australian Black Voice to Parliament?
1 year, 10 months ago

EXPLAINER: What is an Australian Black Voice to Parliament?

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 Australians expect to vote this …

Indigenous Voice details should not be released, says constitutional law expert
1 year, 11 months ago

Indigenous Voice details should not be released, says constitutional law expert

ABC  

A new year has seen political debate over an Indigenous Voice to parliament ramp up, with the federal government confirming a referendum will be held by December. Key points: Constitutional law specialist Anne Twomey says releasing draft Voice legislation would be inappropriate Professor Twomey says doing so would confuse voters and limit flexibility She says that flexibility allows future governments …

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum will fail without more detail
1 year, 11 months ago

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum will fail without more detail

ABC  

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is "treating people like mugs" over a lack of information on the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Key points: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has told the prime minister the Voice will fail without more detail Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he "still hasn't seen" the open letter from Mr Dutton …

Australia to hold referendum on Indigenous ‘Voice’ next year
1 year, 11 months ago

Australia to hold referendum on Indigenous ‘Voice’ next year

Al Jazeera  

If approved, the constitution will be changed to have Indigenous people permanently represented in government. The proposed “Voice to Parliament” aims to give Indigenous Australians a greater say in national policy-making, as they battle poorer health, lower incomes and higher barriers to education. “I also want to reaffirm, proudly and clearly, my government’s determination to enshrine in the Australian constitution …

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