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Whose voice? Silencing local Aboriginal communities a mistake

February 28, 2024

Australians will soon vote on enshrining a Voice to the federal parliament in our constitution, to make sure Aboriginal voices on the ground are heard by those in power. A referendum is needed to make sure the Voice cannot be destroyed by governments if they don’t like what they are hearing.

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Whose voice? Silencing local Aboriginal communities a mistake
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Barang Regional Alliance acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders both past and present.

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Acknowledgement

Barang Regional Alliance acknowledges and pays respect to our ancestors – those who have gone before us - those who have cared for and managed these lands, seas and waterways for generations.

We pay respect to the Darkinyung people, whose land we operate and function on. We recognise and acknowledge all Aboriginal people who have come from their own Country and who now call Darkinjung Land home.

We pay tribute to our Elders past and present - we acknowledge our youth and emerging leaders who are our future guardians of Country, culture, language, and truth.

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