If it is introduced by the Assembly it will break new ground for democratic processes in Australia,” she said.
The move towards citizens’ initiated referendums was a welcome one, but such complex and landmark legislation should be dealt with in detail by a committee, she said. Her fellow independent Michael Moore had indicated a willingness to chair the committee. It should report back before the last sitting of the year so it could be dealt with before the election.
Under the Liberals Bill, if five percent (10,000) voters signed a petition to a proposed law, the law would go to a binding referendum at the same time as the next election.