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Australia’s Indigenous ‘Voice’ referendum: What you need to know

Support for the 'yes' vote has been slipping since the referendum was first announced [William West/AFP]

Australians will vote on October 14 in a referendum that would enshrine in the nation’s constitution a mechanism for Indigenous people to advise parliament on policies that affect their lives.

Supporters say embedding what is known as the ‘Voice to Parliament’ in the constitution would recognise Indigenous people’s special place in Australian history while giving them input into government policies.

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