Peter Dutton will attend a working group on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament later this week, after he was issued an invitation by the Prime Minister during an interview on Sky News Australia.
Mr Dutton has been a prominent critic over the lack of information surrounding the Albanese Government’s landmark proposal, telling Sky News Australia's Political Editor Andrew Clennell of his willingness to attend such a meeting.
Stream more breaking news with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2023 Speaking to Sky News Australia last Wednesday Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended the invite to Mr Dutton, as he urged bipartisanship. Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Julian Leeser also indicated he would be open to attending a meeting during an interview with Sky News Australia.
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