Indigenous supporters of the Voice to Parliament have expressed dismay at WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam's change of heart.
The Karri Karrak Aboriginal Corporation is one of six regional Aboriginal corporations set up as part of the landmark $1.6-billion South West native title deal, which covers much of Ms Mettam's electorate.
Noongar woman Sandra Hill says reports of growing support for the No campaign are like "a shot to the heart".Cultural advisory committee member Sandra Hill said Ms Mettam's change of stance was a heavy blow."Then it broke my heart … because she's going with the flow"Chairman Stephen Van Leeuwen questioned whether some members of parliament were speaking to the indigenous community, about their decision.
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