Australian Government introduces Indigenous referendum bill in parliament
Sydney, Australia Reuters The Australian Government on Thursday took the first formal step towards holding a referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the constitution and set up an Indigenous “Voice to Parliament” to advise lawmakers on matters that impact their lives. Introducing the bill in parliament, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus said the referendum, to be held […]
Australia’s Albanese reveals referendum question on Indigenous recognition
Sydney, Australia Reuters The Australian Government on Thursday revealed the question it wants to put to a vote in a proposed federal referendum later this year to constitutionally recognise its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Australians will be asked to vote between October and December on amending the constitution to create a consultative committee […]