The eight states and territories have committed to 'working collaboratively' to ensure the referendum on the Voice to Parliament is successful.
State Liberals broke ranks with Peter Dutton over a referendum.Two Liberal premiers have broken ranks with their federal colleagues, joining the other state and territory leaders to declare their support for a Voice to Parliament.
"We also acknowledge the enduring strength of First Nations leadership and knowledge through the establishment of a Voice to the Australian Parliament on matters affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities."JOSH AGNEW/AAPIMAGE The federal National Party has already declared its intention to campaign against the proposal, while their senior coalition partner has so far refused to commit to a position.Peak multicultural body criticises Voice opponents' 'divisive' push for recognition of migrants
It is the latest divergence between conservative state and federal parties, after the WA Nationals declared they would back the Voice just hours after the federal party room confirmed its opposition.
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