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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Josh Butler

The proposed voice to parliament question has been revealed. What happens next?

Marcia Langton of the First Nations referendum working group speaking to the press
Marcia Langton of the First Nations referendum working group speaking to the press; the group released a broad set of design principles on the Indigenous voice. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP

After months of anticipation and political debate, the Albanese government has revealed the proposed question and constitutional alteration for the Indigenous voice which will be voted on in Australia’s first referendum in 24 years.

The long-awaited details kickstart a process that will hurtle through further parliamentary debate, a committee inquiry and a potentially heated campaign ahead of a national vote in the final months of the year.

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