‘Listen for a better future’: music legend backs voice
One of Australia's most celebrated singer-songwriters has added his voice to the 'yes' campaign, saying Australia is "not the land of the fair go".
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Traditional owner wins court challenge against Woodside
Mardudhunera woman Raelene Cooper has won a Federal Court challenge, halting Woodside's seismic blasting plans for the massive offshore Scarborough gas project.
Where neighbours’ stance on voice is black and white
Two neighbouring households have used placards and paint to produce a striking metaphor of the opposing views on an Indigenous voice to parliament.
‘No’ voters rally to voice their referendum opposition
People voting against the proposed Indigenous voice are rallying in major cities, arguing the referendum has divided Australia.
Joy-riders’ passion for cars steered into legal avenue
A pilot program is aiming to better understand the motivations behind First Nations youths who get behind the wheels of stolen cars and take them for joy-rides.
PM to seek cross-party consensus if ‘yes’ vote wins
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a joint committee will oversee legislation to implement a voice to parliament if the referendum passes.
Remote Australians to cast first votes in referendum
Australians living in remote communities will be the first to cast votes in the referendum on whether to enshrine an Indigenous voice in the constitution.
‘Nothing changes if it’s yes or no’: Lidia Thorpe
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe claims things will remain the same for Indigenous Australians no matter the outcome of the voice referendum.
Refugees and Indigenous Australians forge common bonds
Knowing that Indigenous culture in Australia has survived thousands of years gives refugees a sense of belonging and cultural safety, a study has found.
Referendum’s ‘strength is its simplicity’: law experts
Law experts have assured voters the referendum proposal to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament in the constitution is legally safe.
Voice critic takes the national spotlight as vote nears
Warren Mundine will make a major pitch against an Indigenous advisory body in the constitution when he addresses the National Press Club.
‘Pack of lies’: voice opponent lashes Uluru statement
A high profile critic of an Indigenous voice has compared the Uluru Statement to a "declaration of war" in an explosive speech weeks out from the referendum.
Hundreds rally for domestic violence ‘system in crisis’
A day of action has been held against domestic, family and sexual violence in the Northern Territory, where organisers say the system is in crisis.
Sorry business as voice voting and mourning collide
Remote voting for the voice referendum has started in the Northern Territory, but not without its challenges as communities grapple with deep-rooted issues.
Noel Pearson to issue rally cry for ‘yes’ campaign
Indigenous activist and spearhead of the 'yes' campaign Noel Pearson will address the nation to make the case for a constitutionally-enshrined advisory body.
Indigenous voice is ‘not about race’: Noel Pearson
Indigenous activist and spearhead of the 'yes' campaign Noel Pearson says the voice is about recognition and isn't about dividing Australians down racial lines.
Digital dilemma for remote Indigenous communities
Low incomes and poor infrastructure have left remote First Nations communities among the most digitally excluded people in the country.
Indigenous voting roll hits record ahead of referendum
Ahead of the start of remote voting in the Indigenous voice referendum, the electoral umpire says enrolments and other plans are well in train.
Owners halt commercial barra fishing over eco concerns
Traditional owners have banned commercial fishing from an area of East Arnhem Land, citing concerns about gill-netting of dolphins, turtles, crocs and dugongs.
Ads reveal pathway to success for ‘yes’, ‘no’ campaigns
Facebook ads targeting different states and a variety of age groups have shone a light on how the 'yes' and 'no' campaigns plan on winning the voice referendum.
Concerns over voice misinformation as voter roll closes
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged Australians to cut through misinformation, as the voting roll is set to close ahead of the referendum.
First Nations group wants youngsters to ‘ring a rello’
The Uluru Youth Dialogue has launched a campaign to "ring a rello", asking young people to start a conversation with relatives about the voice referendum.
‘Yes’ side rallies with calls to cut through falsehoods
Tens of thousands of people have marched around Australia in support of an Indigenous voice in the constitution as the referendum date looms.
‘Yes’ campaign to remain positive in face of negativity
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says maintaining a positive campaign focused on the opportunities associated with the voice will lead to its referendum success.
Aboriginal heritage on the agenda at mining conference
As the Aboriginal Enterprises in Mining, Energy and Exploration conference gets under way in Cairns, looking after heritage is high on the agenda.
Indigenous voice critic points to ‘better’ alternative
With the referendum debate growing increasingly spiteful, 'no' campaign leader Jacinta Nampijinpa Price will set out an alternative approach to the voice.
Prenatal program helps Indigenous mums and bubs thrive
A unique prenatal health care program is closing the gap in maternal and infant health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mums and their babies.
Colonisation had ‘positive impact’: Indigenous senator
Indigenous senator and prominent 'no' campaigner Jacinta Price claims colonisation has not had any ongoing negative consequences for First Nations people.
Aussie music big-hitters playing free gigs for ‘yes’
As part of a national action, artists are launching Music for the Voice this weekend in support of the 'yes' campaign in the voice referendum.
Indigenous minister blasts comments about colonisation
The minister for Indigenous Australians has described an opponent's comments about British colonisation as offensive and a betrayal of Aboriginal people.
‘Unlawful’ confession after stabbing sparked riots
A judge has ruled a teenager's confession was unable to be used at his murder trial because Queensland police unlawfully obtained the interview.