PM says 14 October referendum is a ‘once-in-a-generation chance to bring our country together’ as both sides accuse each other of peddling misinformation
In 45 days, Australians will vote on whether to change the constitution to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament, the culmination of a six-year campaign by Indigenous leaders who say a it will be a big step towards a “fuller expression of nationhood”.
The voice would be a representative group of Indigenous people to advise parliament and the government on matters affecting Indigenous communities.
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