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A Proposed Law: To alter the Constitution to extend the right to trial by jury, to extend freedom of religion, and to ensure fair terms for persons whose property is acquired by any government. Do you approve of this proposed alteration? | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outcome | Not carried, A majority "no" vote nationally and in all six states. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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&sq=&lang=&file=File:1988_Australian_referendum_(Rights_and_Freedoms)_results_by_division.svg) Results by federal electoral division | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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The Constitution Alteration (Rights and Freedoms) Bill 1988,[1] was an unsuccessful proposal to alter the Australian Constitution to enshrine various civil rights, namely freedom of religion, rights in relation to trials, and rights regarding the compulsory acquisition of property. It was put to voters for approval in a referendum held on 3 September 1988.