NEW ZEALAND OUT/File Photo/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsSYDNEY, Oct 4 (Reuters) - An Australian constitutional referendum on Indigenous recognition is on track to be defeated amid strong opposition from older voters and those living outside cities, according to a poll published on Wednesday.
Opposition is strongest among those in rural areas or on the outskirts of cities, where almost two-thirds of voters disapprove of the amendment, the YouGov poll found.
A separate poll published on Tuesday showed a slight uptick in support for the proposal, with 43% intending to vote yes, compared to 49% for no.
The referendum debate has divided opinions with supporters arguing the Voice will bring progress for Indigenous Australians, while some opponents say enshrining one group in the constitution would be divisive.
Referendums are notoriously difficult to pass in Australia, with only eight referendums being approved since it became a country in 1901.
Persons:
Lukas Coch, Amir Daftari, Lewis Jackson, Jamie Freed
Organizations:
Rights, Nations Australians, Indigenous, Thomson
Locations:
Canberra, Australia, Australian