The Voice referendum – community information

The Huon Valley Council believes it is important, as a welcoming diverse community, that we support open, honest and respectful debate on social issues that affect First Nations people.

The Australian Government has launched an information campaign to help Australians be informed about the Voice referendum, which will be held later this year.

The referendum is about whether the Constitution should be changed to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.

Like a regular federal election, it’s compulsory for all eligible Australians aged 18 years and over to vote.

However for many Australians, this will be their first experience with a referendum.

To ensure all Australians are informed, materials are available in a number of languages, with dedicated resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and additional materials in accessible formats such as Auslan interpreted videos and easy-read English.

For more information, visit The Voice.

Or you can download an information booklet.

There is also a community toolkit, including videos and fact sheets.

Or you can contact the National Indigenous Australians Agency on ☎ (02) 6271 5111.

*The Huon Valley Council passed a motion to share neutral information about the Voice at the June council meeting.