Opinion polls show the landmark referendum on October 14 is almost certain to be rejected, seen as a major blow to the Anthony Albanese's Labour government.
Early voting on the referendum in New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory will begin on Tuesday. / Photo: AFP
In a landmark referendum, Australians will decide on October 14 whether to approve altering the constitution to enshrine an Indigenous advisory body called the"Voice to Parliament" that can give advice on matters that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Some voters who had switched their stance said the Voice was creating distraction from their top two issues - the cost of living and the cost of housing.In a bid to mobilise support, Albanese said if Australians are focused on what the question is from the referendum amid the distractions, they will vote yes, and there is nothing to fear from this campaign.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Your Horoscope This Week: October 1 to October 7Prep your energy, it's almost eclipse season.
Read more »
Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s Career: Illustrious, but Too Long?See multiple perspectives from The Forward, National Review (Opinion), and CNN (Opinion) at AllSides.com.
Read more »
What do Indigenous Peoples across Canada really need and want?Indigenous Peoples explain what they think Canadians can do to ensure truth and reconciliation moves beyond aspiration and into action.
Read more »
Five things to know about Australia's planned Indigenous referendumAustralia said on Wednesday that a referendum to recognise the country's Indigenous people in its constitution will be held on October 14.
Read more »
Australia PM rallies support for Indigenous referendum as early voting startsAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday he would focus on having one-on-one conversations with Australians to rally support for the Indigenous referendum, as early voting began in some parts of the country.
Read more »
Trudeau says 'denialism' rising as nation marks holiday for indigenous reconciliationCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday warned about the rise of 'denialism' and said uncovering the truth was more important than ever as the nation gathered to honor the lost children and survivors of indigenous schools.
Read more »