Sydneysiders unite in support of Voice to Parliament

Thousands gather at Prince Alfred Park to back constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Supporters of the Voice to Parliament gather at Prince Alfred Park

The federal government has committed to the Uluru Statement from the Heart. As a first step, it proposed a referendum to ask the Australian people to change to the constitution to create a body — the Voice — to make representations to Parliament about matters relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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Stronger together

This referendum provides all Australians with the opportunity to come together and consider a change to our constitution that recognises the history and ongoing relationship of First Nations people with this land.

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Starting with a Smoking Ceremony

Sunday’s family-friendly community event was organised by the Yes23 campaign in partnership with Unions NSW, City of Sydney and Reconciliation NSW. Held on Gadigal land, the day included a Smoking Ceremony, speeches, workshops, dances and live music.

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Hearing from diverse voices

The crowd heard from co-chair of Australians for Indigenous Constitutional Recognition Rachel Perkins, constitutional law expert Anne Twomey AO, Tribal Warrior CEO Shane Phillips, Minister for Climate Change Penny Sharpe and City of Sydney Councillor Yvonne Weldon AM.

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Dressed to impress

Supporters were given a free Vote Yes t-shirt upon arrival. Even our 4 legged friends joined the action with many dogs sporting matching tees.

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