An annual Australia Day fundraiser has been shunted due to ‘sensitivities’ around celebrating the national day, in a sign of things to come under Labor.
Federal Member for Groom, Garth Hamilton has slammed this decision, criticising the Prime Minister for his lack of leadership on the issue.
“You can’t have a High Commissioner who is embarrassed to be Australian.
“Anthony Albanese’s hand-picked High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Stephen Smith, has closed the doors of Australia House to organisers of an Australia Day fundraiser.
“Labor is a risk to Australia Day and the Prime Minister’s failure to address this matter is a clear indication of Labor’s inability to uphold our national traditions and values,” Mr Hamilton said.
While calling upon the Prime Minister to take immediate action, Mr Hamilton emphasised the significance of Australia Day.
“I’m proud of our country, and Australia Day is a time when our flag should be flying high.
“Australia Day is our national day, we celebrate it with great pride, and in our community, we come together and enjoy the day together.
“I am unequivocal in my support for Australia Day.
“The Prime Minister should direct the High Commissioner to reverse this bad decision immediately.
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