Indigenous recognition referendum fails in Australia

Australia held a referendum on whether to constitutionally recognize Indigenous people and establish an advisory body.
The referendum did not receive majority support nationally or in at least four of Australia's six states.
The proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament would have provided guidance to the government on Indigenous issues.
Indigenous Australians face significant disparities across areas like health, education, and incarceration rates.
The referendum's failure deals a blow to Indigenous reconciliation efforts in Australia.