Thousands rally around Australia in support of voice despite polls suggesting decline in yes vote

Peter Dutton, meanwhile, lashes companies supporting yes campaign saying they ‘lacked a significant backbone’

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Thousands of people have turned out at rallies nationwide to back the Indigenous voice to parliament, with organisers hoping momentum will build despite recent polls showing a decline in the yes vote.

Welcome to country and smoking ceremonies kicked off Sunday’s day of action with the Indigenous Australians minister, Linda Burney, addressing a crowd at the Brisbane Yes23 event.

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