October 3, 2023 1:30 PM

Australia begins voting in landmark referendum to recognize country's Indigenous people in its constitution

Australia has begun early voting in a landmark referendum to recognize the country's Indigenous people in its constitution. Majority of Australians will vote on 14th October, while those who are unable to vote on 14th can vote at select polling centres right across the country from today. Early voting began in four states or territories yesterday, and the remaining are voting today. Voting is compulsory in Australia and some 98% of eligible Australians have signed up to vote in the referend...