LEGACY CONTENT
The VAN Referendum 2023 Tapes
Kicking off on the 28th of January 2023, the VAN Referendum 2023 (Ref '23) Tapes project is generally considered the genesis of the VAN Talks podcast, the project for which VAN is most well known. While the project is well and truly closed, the 40 interviews that consisted the series features some of the most important messages in relation to First Nations strength and resilience we have broadcast.
16 July 2023
Episode 23: Nyikina man Charles Prouse releases a new book on The Voice to Parliament
Nyikina man Charles Prouse provides a personal perspective on the Voice to Parliament, emphasising the important of Voice before Treaty.
4 July 2023
Episode 22: Australian and New Zealand psychiatrists lend their support to a First Nations Voice to Parliament
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists has lent its support to a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
15 June 2023
Episode 21: Australia’s largest union lends it weight to the Voice to Parliament
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) Deputy Secretary Lori-Anne Sharp joins us to discuss the Federation’s broad support for the constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament.
1 June 2023
Episode 20: Education advocate Cara Peek speaks out about benefits of the Voice and dispels misinformation
A passionate advocate for greater education opportunities and support within First Nations communities, Yawuru/Bunuba woman Cara Peek, speaks about her experiences as part of the Uluru Dialogues, hopes for the future, and exposes misinformation.
11 May 2023
Episode 19: Perspectives from a leading reconciliation authority and academic
One of this country’s foremost authorities on reconciliation, Professor Andrew Gunstone, provides important perspectives on the referendum for a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
23 April 2023
Episode 18: Dissecting the proposed Referendum question and Constitutional amendment
Confused by the referendum question and proposed amendment to the Constitution? To gain clarity, we’re joined by leading Constitution lawyer, Professor Cheryl Saunders.
14 April 2023
Episode 17: Exposing more misinformation about local and regional Voices
Despite the hook on which many hang their rationale for a NO vote – the supposed absence of local and regional voices – we reveal the truth about this all-important issue.
9 April 2023
Episode 16: Sky News Australia and Andrew Bolt caught out spreading misinformation
OK, so what do you think is going to happen when a tiny media outlet calls out the mistruths being presented by a big name commentator on a global network? Let’s wait and see.
5 April 2023
Episode 15: South Australia’s Voice Commissioner Dale Agius speaks about Australia’s first Indigenous Voice to Parliament
On the 26th of March, South Australia led the way with a First Nations Voice to that State’s Parliament. In this episode we speak to the SSA Commissioner for Voice, Dale Agius
1 April 2023
Understanding what’s being proposed for the First Nations Voice to Parliament
If you think for a minute that the Voice will just suddenly appear if a Yes vote gets over the line, think again. There’s an enormous amount of work that will need to be undertaken before that happens.
30 March 2023
Episode 14: Marcus Stewart provides an insight into the First Nations Referendum Working Group
Member of the First Nations Referendum Working Group and Taungurung man Marcus Stewart joins Charles on the Ref 23 Tapes podcast to talk about the role and efforts of the Working Group.
27 March 2023
Episode 13: Fred Hollows Foundation one of 144 social justice organisations forming a coalition to support the First Nations Voice
CEO of the Fred Hollows Foundation, Ian Wishart, discusses the 144-strong coalition of social justice organisations supporting a First Nations Voice to Parliament
24 March 2023
Episode 12: National Party leader David Littleproud advocates for a more effective option
Rather than adding another layer of bureaucracy, the National Party of Australia advocates for greater empowerment of local First Nations communities as an option to a First Nations Voice to Parliament.
21 March 2023
Episode 11: Proposing changes to the mechanics of voting in a Referendum
Kate Thwaites, MP, Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters, speaks with Charles Pakana on proposed changes to some of the ways in which Australia runs its referendums.
17 March 2023
Episode 10: SBS/NITV launches strategic plan for coverage of the First Nations Voice to Parliament Referendum
Head of NITV, Tanya Denning Orman, discusses the SBS/NITV strategy that will guide the network’s coverage of the Referendum campaign for a First Nations Voice to Parliament
14 March 2023
Episode 9: Ged Kearney MP, on the campaign trail for a First Nations Voice to Parliament
Commencing our series of interviews with politicians from both sides of the Referendum campaign, we are joined by the Federal Member for Cooper, Ged Kearney, MP.
6 March 2023
EPISODE 8: The Anglican Church’s Reverend Canon Glenn Loughrey speaks out on the need for reliable and open information
Wiradjuri man, Reverend Canon Glenn Loughrey from the Anglican Church joins us on the Referendum ‘23 Tapes podcast to discuss the role of the church in promoting reliable information and the need for asking questions and joining in conversations.
2 March 2023
A deep-seated loathing for misinformation, sensationalist news and self-proclaimed evangelists
Answering questions I’m often asked about the editorial direction and focus of the Victorian Aboriginal News Referendum ’23 Tapes podcast.
1 March 2023
Episode 7: City of Newcastle reacts to its local First Nations community and advisory committee
Chair of the City of Newcastle’s Guraki Aboriginal Advisory Committee, Luke Russell, speaks with VAN about the power of Aboriginal voices.
22 February 2023
Episode 6: From The Heart advocates correct information over ramming home campaign messaging
From The Heart’s National Field Organiser Emily Holm speaks with VAN on topics ranging from local government involvement in educating community to the importance of correct information above pushing home specific messages.