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Evening Standard
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Lola Christina Alao,Tamara Davison and William Mata

Voice referendum: what will the vote mean for Australia’s Indigenous peoples?

The Australian Electoral Commission has called for “civility” as the country prepares for this week’s referendum on whether Indigenous peoples can advise parliament on policies that affect their lives.

Early voting has started in the official referendum, known as the Voice, which will be held on Saturday, October 14. However, those unable to take part on polling day were able to cast their votes earlier this week.

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