The NSW premier has found himself siding more with Peter Dutton than Anthony Albanese in the tedious annual debate about how we refer to January 26.
In Victoria,another six metro councils and 10 regional councils have decided not to hold ceremonies on January 26 this year.
After the failed Voice referendum,the Australia Day debate offers another chance for the nation to mature. If only there were an adult in the room to unite the opposing sides.
Those caught between the westerlies and sea breezes – unfortunately most likely in the CBD – will be hit by stifling heat and humidity this week.
Steve Smith says he agrees with his Test captain that a more inclusive date should be chosen for the national celebration. Meanwhile,COVID-hit Andrew McDonald and Cameron Green will still take part in the second Test.
Brad Banducci has called for people to treat his team with respect after a rise in anger and abuse directed at staff following the controversial decision.
Let’s talk about what you can do on Friday instead of a traditional celebration. For me,the answer is very simple.
Thousands of people turned up to Powerhouse Ultimo to see First Nations artists perform at last year’s event.
Australia’s Test captain believes a less controversial date should be chosen for the national celebration.
Cricket Australia’s stance on this contentious issue is about as neutral as it gets,but it arguably should have taken its position further by avoiding scheduling any matches on January 26.
There is widespread ambivalence around Australia Day which makes Peter Dutton’s populist machismo over supermarket tat look like a stretch.