Indigenous leaders say 'it's time for a referendum' on First Nations Voice to Parliament
2 years, 8 months ago

Indigenous leaders say 'it's time for a referendum' on First Nations Voice to Parliament

ABC  

Indigenous leaders are calling on the next Australian government to hold a referendum on a First Nations Voice to Parliament within two years, saying "the timing is right and it's now". Key points: The creators of the Uluru statement say a referendum should be held on May 27, 2023, or January 27, 2024 A Voice To Parliament would have a say on laws and policies affecting Indigenous communities The Coalition has promised to set up new "Voice" bodies via legislation, while Labor supports a referendum In 2017, after consulting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the nation, the former Referendum Council said Australia should create a powerful new First Nations assembly. "An Albanese Labor will work with First Nations communities towards a referendum in our first term," Labor MP Linda Burney said. Bardi man Nolan Hunter, who was at Uluru in 2017, said the renewed campaign for a Voice to Parliament referendum was a continuation of the journey "of Indigenous people striving to be heard".

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After 2023 Voice Disappointment, Is There Hope for Treaty in Australia?
10 months ago

After 2023 Voice Disappointment, Is There Hope for Treaty in Australia?

The Diplomat  

The Voice referendum in Australia proposed a modest reform, one that would have given Indigenous Australians – the oldest continuous living people in the world – an independent voice to Parliament, as well as constitutional recognition. Some prominent Indigenous people who campaigned against the Voice referendum in Australia – including Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe and leading “no” campaigner Nyunggai Warren …

First Nations South Australians prepare for inaugural Voice to Parliament elections
10 months, 3 weeks ago

First Nations South Australians prepare for inaugural Voice to Parliament elections

ABC  

Aunty Yvonne Agius has spent a lifetime fighting for Aboriginal rights and reconciliation. "I'd love to see local representation — Traditional Owners of the South Australian region being able to have their voices heard first and foremost," she said. Ms Adamson said the SA Voice would be "instrumental" to ensuring First Nations people could provide direct feedback to the government. …

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 …

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed
1 year, 2 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 …

An Australian referendum to create an Indigenous advocacy committee to Parliament has failed
1 year, 2 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, 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 …

What is the Voice to Parliament? How to vote early. Here's your pocket guide to the referendum
1 year, 2 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, 2 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, 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 …

Australia Set to Hold Indigenous Rights Referendum on Oct 14
1 year, 3 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 …

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 …

The Voice referendum could be Australia's date with destiny, and it may never come around again
1 year, 3 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, 3 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, 3 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 …

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 …

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 …

Voice, Treaty, Truth: How the three pillars of the Uluru Statement from the Heart are connected
1 year, 5 months ago

Voice, Treaty, Truth: How the three pillars of the Uluru Statement from the Heart are connected

Daily Mail  

Voice, Treaty and Truth were the three primary takeaways of the Uluru Statement from the Heart when it was written in 2017. VOICE The Voice would be a group of elected officials who can make representations to parliament regarding matters concerning Indigenous Australians. A treaty signifies an agreement between two parties - for example, Aboriginal people and the Australian government …

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 …

It's official — the Voice referendum is happening. Here's what comes next
1 year, 6 months ago

It's official — the Voice referendum is happening. Here's what comes next

ABC  

For the first time in 24 years, Australians are heading to the polls to decide on a change to the constitution. The specific question on the ballot paper will be: "A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. Sub: "Your inoculation against misinformation" With a …

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 …

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 …

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 …

The Voice to Parliament yes campaign launches amid calls for the 'progressive no' to be heard
1 year, 10 months ago

The Voice to Parliament yes campaign launches amid calls for the 'progressive no' to be heard

ABC  

"We're not focusing on the day after the referendum, we're focusing on survival today," newly independent senator Lidia Thorpe explained on Thursday, as she upped the ante on the debate over a constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament. This week was dubbed a "week of action" by those campaigning for a yes vote in the referendum expected later in the year …

Yes campaign for Indigenous Voice to Parliament launches with announcement of multi-million-dollar donation
1 year, 10 months ago

Yes campaign for Indigenous Voice to Parliament launches with announcement of multi-million-dollar donation

ABC  

The Yes campaign for an Indigenous Voice to parliament has officially launched in Adelaide, with a multi-million-dollar donation kicking off fundraising efforts. Key points: More than 500 people attended the launch at Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute in Adelaide The Paul Ramsay Foundation has donated $5 million to the Yes campaign Advocates say they want people with questions to come …

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 …

First Nations Voice legislation greeted with standing ovation and cheers in SA parliament
1 year, 10 months ago

First Nations Voice legislation greeted with standing ovation and cheers in SA parliament

ABC  

Cheers and applause have greeted legislation to enact South Australia's state-based First Nations Voice, which was introduced to parliament this morning. Key points: The SA government hopes laws to create a state-based Voice to Parliament will pass by Easter The public gallery in the upper house was packed with onlookers this morning Many cheered and applauded when the bill was …

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