PM says time to get ‘yes’ case rolling – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Jul 16, 2023
PM to hold his tongue on date for voice referendum Anthony Albanese says he won't make an early announcement about the date for a voice referendum because voters don't like long campaigns. AAP · Jul 16, 2023
Fadden will show if voters are ready to blame Labor for the economy, or keep bashing the Coalition Peter Dutton wants to portray the government as too focused on the voice, but while an Aston-style upset is unlikely, the opposition leader is still on thin ice The Guardian - AU · Jul 14, 2023
Early robodebt critics outraged by how long Coalition persisted with unlawful scheme Shocking to learn politicians and public servants ‘were basically just lying to us’, Andrew Wilkie says The Guardian - AU · Jul 9, 2023
Voice would be a two-way relationship, says Burney Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney says she wants to see a two-way relationship with the voice, should the proposed body be established. AAP · Jul 9, 2023
Here’s the truth about Aboriginal ‘elites’: everything they achieved had to be fought for Supporters of the voice to parliament have been characterised as academic, urban elites. But scratch at their history, and privilege is the last thing you will find The Guardian - AU · Jul 7, 2023
Grattan on Friday: Linda Burney fills the Voice's in-tray, as the government battles to stop slide in yes vote In a change of government tactics, Linda Burney this week deployed a sheet anchor to tie the Voice to practical outcomes. At the same time, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is weaponising the cost of living to flail it. The Conversation · Jul 6, 2023
Aussies urged to 'stay strong' with heated voice debate Aboriginal senator Malarndirri McCarthy says Australians can build a better country as research reveals the extent of discrimination against Indigenous people. AAP · Jul 5, 2023
The world was stumped over England's call for 'the spirit of cricket' 'I can't wait for the third Test.' Newcastle Herald · Jul 5, 2023
Linda Burney criticises Peter Dutton’s ‘bullyboy tactics’ approach to Indigenous voice debate Minister for Indigenous Australians claims no campaign’s aim is to ‘polarise, to sow division’ and to ‘mislead’ The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2023
Afternoon Update: childcare fees rise by up to 32%; Melbourne bus ploughs into houses; and Adele warns fans over ‘etiquette’ There are concerns childcare centres are hiking rates to absorb the federal government’s new subsidy The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2023
Morning Mail: Call to ban consultancies’ political donations, Burney sets priorities for voice, ‘floating gold’ found Transparency advocates say firms such as PwC should be banned from making political donations; Linda Burney to set out priorities for an indigenous voice The Guardian - AU · Jul 4, 2023
'Do not let them divide us' - Burney's impassioned plea An emotional argument by the Minister for Indigenous Australians for people to back the voice included a withering attack on sections of the 'no' vote campaign. AAP · Jul 4, 2023
Thousands rally across Australia in support of Indigenous reform: ‘We are exhausted but we are hopeful’ ‘We’re asking all Australians to walk beside us – vote yes for a better future’ The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2023
AAP · Jul 1, 2023 Big yes campaign push nationwide for voice Large crowds have attended "Come Together for Yes" rallies nationwide to promote the vote for an Indigenous voice to parliament.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 23, 2023 Australia Day, link roads and tax policy: the voice debate can only get better outside parliament Depending on which critics you asked this week, the voice is either a toothless tiger or a threat to treasured institutions –it can’t be both
The New Daily · Jun 22, 2023 Cancel Voice ‘con job’, Peter Dutton tells PM Peter Dutton has launched an extraordinary attack on the Indigenous Voice, again urging Anthony Albanese to call off his year's referendum.
The Conversation · Jun 21, 2023 View from The Hill: Linda Burney says the Voice won't be able to advise on Australia Day – but how could that be? There was much celebration in the Albanese government this week at the passage through parliament of the bill to set up the referendum on the Voice. Anthony Albanese sent out a national rallying call ahead of the vote later this year: “I say to my fellow Australians: parliaments pass laws,…
AAP · Jun 20, 2023 Minister must clarify Indigenous voice role: Liberals Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney is being asked to clarify what issues the voice will be able to take to parliament and government.
The New Daily · Jun 20, 2023 Real-time reporting of Indigenous custody deaths starts The federal government has launched a way of reporting on Indigenous deaths in custody in real time, in a bid to improve transparency.
The New Daily · Jun 18, 2023 Linda Burney ’emotional’ as voice bill heads for vote The final form of the Indigenous voice referendum will be locked in, with the Senate to vote on Monday, leaving a key minister emotional.
The New Daily · Jun 18, 2023 Senate to hold final vote setting up Voice referendum Debate on the Indigenous Voice will soon turn over to the public, with parliament to pass laws that will set up the referendum.
The New Daily · Jun 17, 2023 ‘Rise to the occasion’: Indigenous Minister Linda Burney confident sagging ‘Yes’ support won’t doom Voice Linda Burney remains confident the country will "rise to the occasion" when the Voice referendum takes place.
AAP · Jun 17, 2023 Country will 'rise to the occasion' on voice: Burney Ahead of the final parliamentary vote to set up the Indigenous voice referendum, Linda Burney says she's confident Australia will get around the 'yes' vote.
The New Daily · Jun 14, 2023 Successful Voice will help with Closing the Gap: Burney The Productivity Commission's latest data on Closing the Gap shows that there's more work to do to achieve social and health equity for Indigenous people.