Discussion paper
Constitutional enshrinement of a First Nations voice: finalisation of the voice design
This issues paper considers the question of how and when to finalise the design of the model of a First Nations voice to the Australian parliament.
Discussion paper
Constitutional enshrinement of a First Nations Voice: the referendum question
This paper considers the legal and constitutional requirements for setting the referendum question on whether to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in the Constitution through an enshrined First Nations voice.
Discussion paper
Constitutional enshrinement of a First Nations Voice: the constitutional amendment
This paper address issues that must be resolved prior to settling the constitutional amendment to be put to voters at a referendum on whether to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in the Constitution through an enshrined First Nations voice.
Commentary
The long road to recognition
First Nations have reclaimed the recognition process in the lead-up to a landmark gathering at Uluru this month.
Report
Fishing case tests economic waters for traditional owners
Can Northern Territory fishers trawl coastal waters that lie within the boundaries of Aboriginal land, without the consent of traditional owners? That was the legal question tested in the High Court over two days in early December 2007. The answer, due later this year, will...