Linda Burney (Barton, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Indigenous Australians) Share this | Hansard source

The question, I think, is repetitious; however, let me read out something that I think is very much worth reading to this parliament. I say to everyone that people of goodwill and of generosity are going to be campaigning in the referendum. This is something that was provided to me earlier today, and I'd like to read it into the Hansard.

Today is an historic day with the constitutional alteration passing the parliament.

Later this year, Australians will be able to vote at a referendum and complete our constitution.

A successful yes vote will recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians in the constitution and create a voice to help close the gap.

Despite being one of the most successful nations in the world, on too many measures, our Indigenous brothers and sisters are not sharing the same outcomes as other Australians:

By writing yes we can help change this.

The Voice is a practical change that will help local and regional communities across Australia.

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