Voice to parliament referendum fails in defeat that Indigenous advocates will see as a blow to progress towards reconciliation

Australians have resoundingly rejected a proposal to recognise Aboriginal people in its constitution and establish a body to advise parliament on Indigenous issues.

Saturday’s voice to parliament referendum failed, with the defeat clear shortly after polls closed.

  • WeltEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Tragedy’s a bit maudlin, but otherwise totally agree with your point about referenda being like a dry run FPTP early election.