The wording of the proposed change to the Australian Constitution to enshrine a First Nations Voice might not be perfect. But whatever the imperfections and the risk of future complications, it is high time that Australia’s First Peoples were recognised in the Constitution in a manner sought and approved by a broad cross-section of Indigenous leaders. By Frank Brennan
'The election of the Albanese government provides the opportunity for a reset, putting behind us the past mistakes of both Coalition and Labor Governments in the last 20 years.' By Frank Brennan
The Plenary Council of the Australian Catholic Church concluded its work on July 8, with final votes that favored the ordination of women as deacons, a new English translation of the Roman Missal, and a call for broader use of general absolution.
The Queensland Parliament, like the Victorian Parliament four years ago, is committed to legislating for Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD). The Queensland bill being considered by the one chamber Queensland Parliament this week basically follows the contours of the Victorian legislation. By Frank Brennan