Packer supports referendum

James Packer wants people to treat Adam Goodes with more respect and has called for constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

"I believe Australia cannot be truly reconciled without recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders," the chairman of Crown Resorts said on Friday.

"Their history is our history, there future is our future. Our constitution must reflect this."

The issue is above politics and all Australians should work towards meaningful reform, he said.

The billionaire has also weighed in on the booing controversy affecting Sydney Swans player Adam Goodes.

"I think he's an amazing role model and to hear people booing him is something that I'm ashamed of as an Australian," Mr Packer said.