The vote was on whether the nation’s constitution should be amended to enshrine a mechanism for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to advise parliament on policies that affect their lives.
Yes supporters react at the Inner West for ‘Yes2023’ official referendum function at Wests Ashfield Leagues Club on October 14, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. have voted to reject an historic opportunity to give a voice to indigenous people in parliament in a nationwide referendum.
As the polls closed, the no votes were leading by 55.4 per cent to 43.6 per cent with 37 per cent of the national votes counted. “We need a voice, we need structural change.” he said. “But we have seen a disgusting No campaign that have been dishonest with the Australian people, and have lied to the Australian people.”
There have been calls for the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to resign if the final result of the referendum is a resounding no.
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