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Referendums

Referendums

National referendums are conducted by the Australian Parliament to approve Parliament-proposed changes to the Australian Constitution.

State referendums, on the other hand, may be held to gauge voter opinion on an issue, to approve proposed changes to the New South Wales Constitution, or to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses of Parliament in relation to the passing of a bill.

For referendums, voters write 'Yes' or 'No' in the box opposite the proposed change on their ballot-paper.

Click here for the results of all the referendums conducted in New South Wales.

The Parliament of New South Wales acknowledges and respects the traditional lands of all Aboriginal people, and pays respects to all Elders past and present. We acknowledge the Gadigal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which the Parliament of New South Wales stands.