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Australian PM Anthony Albanese sets date for Indigenous Voice referendum

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Australia is poised to engage in its first referendum vote in over two decades, as the Prime Minister officially kickstarted the campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament on Wednesday.

The referendum is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 14, marking a significant step toward reshaping the country’s governance.

Speaking before an enthusiastic crowd of 400 people on the outskirts of Adelaide, Anthony Albanese, the prominent voice behind the campaign, called upon voters to rally behind the cause outlined in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and lend their support to the constitutional amendment.

“The idea for a Voice came from the people and it will be decided by the people,” he told a rapturous crowd.

“Now, my fellow Australians, you can vote for it.”

Highlighting the widespread backing within the community for the Indigenous Voice, Albanese emphasised the bipartisan commitment to the cause by both the federal and state governments.

“Our government along with every single state and territory government have committed to it,” he said.

“Faith groups and sporting codes and businesses and unions have embraced it. An army of volunteers are throwing all of their energy behind it.”

The event commenced with a poignant address by Uncle Major ‘Moogy’ Sumner AM, a highly regarded Ngarrindjeri Elder.

The choice of Elizabeth, an outer suburb of South Australia’s capital, as the rally’s venue, underscores the belief that the state could play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the impending referendum.

This electoral process must overcome the historically challenging hurdle of a double majority for its passage: garnering over 50 percent of the total national votes and securing approval from at least four out of the six states (with the votes from the Territories contributing solely to the national tally).

As the Yes and No campaigns stake their claims, focusing on Victoria and New South Wales, and Queensland and Western Australia respectively, intense campaigning is expected to unfold in South Australia and Tasmania during the six-week lead-up to the referendum.

However, the path to victory for either side hinges on maintaining the competitive landscape across all states throughout the campaign.

Advocates for both the Yes and No campaigns sprang into action on Wednesday, articulating their positions on the Indigenous Voice issue.

“I am excited,” Senator Malarndirri McCarthy told the ABC.

“I think this is a significant step in our country if we can say yes.”

In contrast, the face of the No campaign, Nyunggai Warren Mundine, cautiously welcomed polls indicating robust opposition.

“I take them with a grain of salt,” he told RN Breakfast.

“We’ve virtually sewn up Queensland and Western Australia, and so all we need is one more state and that will defeat the Yes campaign.”

Another group opposing the Indigenous Voice initiative is the Blak Sovereign Movement. Fred Hooper, chairperson of the Murrawarri People’s Council and a movement member, challenged the frequently cited statistic of 80 percent support for the Voice within the First Nations community.

“I call it a Voice of no choice,” he told the ABC.

“We don’t have a choice on whether it gets up … and we don’t have a choice in the legislation if the Yes vote gets up.”

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YouTuber Trevor Jacob behind bars for plane crash stunt

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YouTuber Trevor Jacob has been sentenced to jail after orchestrating a dangerous stunt involving a plane crash in a reckless bid for views.

The shocking incident unfolded as Jacob attempted to push the boundaries of extreme content creation on his YouTube channel.

In a bid to capture the attention of his audience, Jacob embarked on a perilous mission, piloting a small plane before deliberately crashing it. The stunt, which was filmed and uploaded to his channel, garnered immediate backlash from viewers, many of whom decried the reckless behavior as dangerous and irresponsible.

Authorities swiftly intervened, launching an investigation into Jacob’s actions. Following the investigation, he was arrested and subsequently sentenced to a prison term.

The incident has raised important questions about the ethics of content creation, the pursuit of internet fame, and the potential legal consequences for those who prioritize views over safety.

 

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Russian women want their men back from Ukraine

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In a heartfelt plea, Russian women have taken to the streets demanding the safe return of their loved ones from the Ukrainian front.

The conflict in Ukraine has stretched on for years, and the toll on families has been immense. Mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters are uniting to call for an end to the fighting and the return of their men.

The women, often referred to as the “mothers of the front,” are growing increasingly frustrated with the ongoing conflict. They argue that their husbands, sons, and brothers have been away for far too long, and the human cost of the war is simply too high.

With no clear resolution in sight, their calls for peace and reconciliation are becoming more urgent.

This grassroots movement has sparked a national conversation in Russia, with many questioning the government’s handling of the conflict.

While the official stance has been to support the separatist forces in Ukraine, these women are highlighting the personal tragedies and broken families left in the wake of the war. Their determination to bring their loved ones home is palpable.

The situation raises important questions about the impact of long-term conflicts on families, the role of women in peace movements, the government’s response to public sentiment, and the prospects for a peaceful resolution in the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

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Is a long commute a reason to quit?

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Workers reconsider roles due to lengthy travel times

A surge in resignations is hitting the job market as employees reevaluate the impact of long commutes on their work-life balance. The trend, intensified by the rise of remote work during the pandemic, sees a growing number of professionals opting to quit rather than endure extended travel times.

A recent survey conducted among commuters revealed that 68% of participants identified their daily journeys as a major source of stress. The findings suggest a paradigm shift in the traditional understanding of commuting as an inherent aspect of employment.

Employers are now grappling with the challenge of retaining talent as dissatisfaction with lengthy commutes becomes a catalyst for resignations. The implications extend beyond individual decisions, impacting productivity and overall workforce dynamics.

The phenomenon underscores the need for businesses to reassess their remote work policies and invest in solutions that alleviate the burden of commuting. As the job market adapts to evolving expectations, companies that fail to address the commute conundrum risk losing valuable contributors.

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