Australians voted in a national referendum on the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament, which aimed to constitutionally enshrine an advisory body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The proposal was rejected, with 60.1% of voters nationally casting a ‘No’ vote, and all six states returning majority ‘No’ outcomes. Analysts attributed the result to factors including mis and disinformation, a lack of bipartisan support, and public uncertainty about constitutional change. Experiences of racism by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people were reported across Australia. The outcome marked a pivotal moment in Australia’s reconciliation journey, prompting renewed reflection on how best to recognise and empower First Nations voices in national decision-making.