Keep the Voice referendum simple and get on with it

Instead of getting bogged down in detail, the question for the proposed change to Australia’s Constitution should focus on the big picture, argues Sarah Moulds.

Parliament leaves shopping hours referendum on shelf

Parliament has knocked back another Marshall Government push for a referendum on shop trading hours deregulation, as the Treasurer vows to take the issue to the next election.

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Election day referendum for SA shopping hours

The State Government has announced plans to hold a referendum on shop trading laws to coincide with next year’s election.

Scotland pushes for independence after Brexit vote

Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has warned Prime Minister Boris Johnson he could not keep Scotland in the United Kingdom against the country’s will.