Referendum to change constitution won’t happen by 2013, says Scullion
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By National Indigenous Times reporter Geoff Bagnall
The prospect of a referendum to recognise Indigenous people in the Australian Constitution before the 2013 election as promised by the Federal Government looks dead and buried with the Coalition parties declaring time has run out.
Liberal National Coalition Indigenous Affairs spokesman, Senator Nigel Scullion said he...
Last Updated on Tuesday, 25 September 2012 16:39
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SA begins talks to recognise First Peoples in State constitution
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South Australians will have a chance to say how they think Aboriginal people should be formally recognised in the State's Constitution with community consultations now underway.
Nineteen sessions will be held across the State to gather public opinion on the options being explored by the South Australian Advisory Panel.
Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation Paul Caica said members...
Last Updated on Tuesday, 25 September 2012 16:35
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