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Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s views on Australia Day ‘selfish’ and ‘lightweight’, Michael Dodson says – ABC News
Former Australian of the Year Michael Dodson praises Cricket Australia’s approach towards Australia Day while slamming the Prime Minister’s comments as “selfish”….
Former Australian of the Year and Northern Territory Treaty Commissioner Michael Dodson has called Scott Morrison’s comments about Australia Day “selfish”, saying he is “very lightweight when it comes to understanding Australian history”.
Key points:
- Michael Dodson said the PM’s comments on Australia Day exposed a “shallow understanding” of the impact of the First Fleet on Indigenous Australians
- Dodson praised Cricket Australia for its work in having an inclusive policy
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