Australia's Albanese set to announce date for Indigenous referendum

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce the date for a referendum to change the constitution to recognize Australia's Indigenous people. The proposed change includes the inclusion of an Indigenous committee to advise federal parliament on matters affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. While the government has received support from various groups, recent opinion polls show a decrease in support for the proposal.

Aug 30, 2023 - 07:30
Australia's Albanese set to announce date for Indigenous referendum
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce the date for a referendum to change the constitution to recognize Australia's Indigenous people. The proposed change includes the inclusion of an Indigenous committee to advise federal parliament on matters affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. While the government has received support from various groups, recent opinion polls show a decrease in support for the proposal.