Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have shown differing views of the nation as the political leaders gave their annual Australia Day addresses.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have delivered their annual Australia Day speeches, highlighting differing visions of the nation.
Both leaders commemorated the day’s significance, but their addresses diverged sharply in tone and messaging. Picture: NewsWire / Martin Ollman“Happy Australia Day to all throughout this amazing country,” Mr Albanese said on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. “We shared this continent with the oldest continuous culture on earth. And earlier this morning, myself and the Governor-General met with Ngunnawal Elders.
“We all share that vision as Australians of a fair country, a country in which people can fulfil their opportunity, make a better life than themselves and their families.” Mr Dutton marked the occasion by praising the decision to become Australian citizens, particularly focusing on the sacrifices made by earlier generations.
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