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Indigenous Speakers Booed at Anzac Day Commemorations
Dawn services for Anzac Day faced disruptions in multiple cities as Indigenous speakers were booed. The incidents have drawn widespread condemnation from Indigenous leaders. (sources: nytimes, theguardian, abc)
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ModernAction Briefing
Indigenous speakers were booed during Anzac Day services in Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. Ben Roberts-Smith attended a separate event on the Gold Coast.
- Hecklers targeted Indigenous customs acknowledging the land's original inhabitants.
- One individual was arrested and charged in connection with the disruptions.
- Indigenous leaders condemned the booing as contrary to the spirit of Anzac Day.
Why it matters
The events highlight ongoing tensions regarding Indigenous recognition and representation in Australia.
No specific legislation identified for action yet.