Another team to lead Senate push for referendum

A past sitting of the Senate. Senators have appointed a committee to lead its push for a constitutional referendum to protect its mandate. [PHOTO: FILE/STANDARD]

The Senate has formed a nine-member ad-hoc committee to steer the process of amending the Constitution through a referendum.

Behind the renewed push for a referendum is the rivalry between the two Houses of Parliament, with senators keen to protect their turf and clearly define their role.