In a significant yet underreported outcome, the data shows that Indigenous communities largely supported the Voice initiative. This support has been unwavering, with many community leaders emphasizing, “The Voice is not off the table, because it’s what our people want.”

“[The Voice] is not off the table, because it’s what our people want.”

Government silence condemned

Reflecting on the situation, Professor Davis noted, “Two years on from the referendum, the silence feels heavy.” This lack of progress highlights a significant gap in accountability, which the Voice was intended to address. “Our federalism makes it difficult to make the states accountable, but the Voice would have done that,” she added, underscoring the missed opportunity for systemic change.

“Two years on from the referendum, the silence feels heavy,” Professor Davis agreed.

‘We don’t need another committee’

“Our federalism makes it difficult to make the states accountable, but the Voice would have done that.”

Who’s continuing to benefit?

“We’ve been here for 65000 years. We’re not going anywhere. You have to deal with us.”