In less than two weeks, Australia will have the opportunity to vote in a once-in-a-generation referendum. This time is critical – if you have ever considered making a difference, now is your last chance to take action.
A Million Calls for Yes
Unions, along with Yes23 are embarking on A Million Calls for Yes right now.
All you need to do to get involved is to call your friends, family and work mates and share why you’re voting Yes.
Learn more here, and there are plenty of resources to help you get started.
It’s all happening this Sunday 8 October
Doorknocking, BBQs, speakers… you name it! Various events are taking place across Australia in every state this Sunday 8 October. Check for your local event below.
New South Wales
Where: Parramatta Square, Parramatta, NSW 2105
When: 8 October 2023, 12pm – 2pm
FSU members, please meet outside the NAB building at midday and keep an eye out for our FSU flags!
Your contact for the day is FSU’s Angela Budai, and you can contact her on 0434 321 791.
Victoria
Where: Kevin Flint Memorial Reserve, Cairnlea, VIC 3023
When: 8 October 2023, 11am – 2pm
Queensland
WE stand for Yes! Human Sign Event
Where: Davies Park, 277 Montague Road, West End, QLD 4101
When: 8 October 2023, 9am – 11am
Contact Gabe gabek@qcu.asn.au for details of the Brisbane door knock.
Tasmania
MEGA YES Doorknock and Community BBQ
Where: Tolosa Park (Hut 15), Tolosa Street, Glenorchy, TAS 7010
When: 8 October 2023, 12pm – 4:30pm
South Australia
Where: St Albans Reserve Clearview, Chester Avenue, Clearview, SA 5085
When: 8 October 2023, 12pm – 3pm
Australian Capital Territory
The Big Queanbeyan Doorknock and BBQ!
Where: Queanbeyan Park, 1 Lowe Street, Queanbeyan, ACT 2620
When: 8 October 2023, 10am – 12pm
Western Australia
Pearce for Yes Clarkson Doorknock
Where: Anthony Waring Park, Victorsen Parade, Clarkson, WA 6030
When: 8 October 2023, 2pm – 4pm
Where: Bertram Oval, Moombaki Avenue, Bertram, WA 6167
When: 8 October 2023, 12pm – 2:30pm
Don’t forget, you can download our FSU ‘Yes’ campaign kit, which will arm you with the resources you need to answer the tough questions and have those vital conversations. You can also pledge to vote ‘Yes’ in the upcoming referendum.
This is it everyone. One final push for historic change so we can recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our constitution. Together, we can make history.