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In response to Tony Abbott’s history of Australia wants us to be proud of men like him

Knighting Prince Philip

November 10, 2025

“Respect men like him”?

We haven’t forgotten the Australia Day barbecue stopper of 2015.

— Bob Beadman from Darwin

We recognise the First Peoples of this nation and their ongoing connection to culture and country. We acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Owners, Custodians and Lore Keepers of the world's oldest living culture and pay respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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