General News
30 September, 2023
Yes and no: voices sitting on the fence
THERE are residents across the Loddon Shire sitting on the fence ahead of next month’s Voice referendum. Not that they are undecided how to vote on October 14. They have put out signs proclaiming their support or opposition to enshrining an...
THERE are residents across the Loddon Shire sitting on the fence ahead of next month’s Voice referendum.
Not that they are undecided how to vote on October 14. They have put out signs proclaiming their support or opposition to enshrining an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice in the Constitution.
A greater number of signs have appeared on fences across the region in recent weeks.
Almost half the voters next month will be part of their first referendum. Australia Electoral Commission says 47 per cent of voters were not on the electoral roll when the last referendum was held in 1999. The AEC said last week a record 97.7 per cent of eligible Australians were enrolled to vote in the 2023 referendum.
The youth enrolment has increased to 91.4 per cent - 1.8 million 18-24 year olds will vote at their first referendum.
Voting in compulsory in the referendum and polling booths will be open from 8am to 6pm.