PM lays out his vision for the referendum on Indigenous recognition

The Prime Minister has set out his top priority ahead of the first sitting day of the year - constitutionally recognising First Nations people and enshrining an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addresses the 2023 Chifley Research Centre Conference in Canberra. Source: EPA / MICK TSIKAS/AAPIMAGE

Anthony Albanese says he's optimistic about the character of the nation to vote yes in the referendum, amid loud voices in opposition of the Voice.