Australia rejects proposal to recognise Aboriginal people in constitution

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Australia rejects proposal to recognise Aboriginal people in constitution
theguardian.com

Australians have resoundingly rejected a proposal to recognise Aboriginal people in its constitution and establish a body to advise parliament on Indigenous issues.

Saturday’s voice to parliament referendum failed, with the defeat clear shortly after polls closed.

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The mining lobby seems to be behind it too - they stand to lose a lot if Aboriginal rights are given more credence.

Clive Palmer dropped (at least) $2 mill on the No campaign. That says a lot about what it's worth.