How has Australia changed since the days of the White Australia policy?

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How has Australia changed since the days of the White Australia policy?

Australia was founded on ideals that were fundamentally racist. Over time, these ideals were found to be unsustainable and indefensible -- yet some attitudes associated with this policy still persist today. What has changed in Australia? What has stayed the same?

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