Australian Day Billboard controversy

the Flag and the hijab

the Flag and the hijab Source: AAP

Victoria's Multicultural Affairs Minister Robin Scott is disappointed abusive messages forced the removal of an Australia Day billboard featuring two women wearing hijabs. Hundreds of people, including from far-right groups criticised the image on social media for being too politically correct or not a true reflection of Australia Day. More in this interview with Galila Abdelsalam, from Australian Muslim Association



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