Current affair: "Save Australia Day" ad sparks controversies

Former politician Mark Latham speaks to the media during a press conference on the Save Australia Day Campaign Launch in Sydney, Wednesday, January 10, 2018.

Former politician Mark Latham speaks to the media during a press conference on the Save Australia Day Campaign Launch in Sydney, Wednesday, January 10, 2018. Source: AAP

Former federal Labor leader Mark Latham has launched a series of 'Save Australia Day' advertisements in a bid to ensure it remains on January 26th. In response, those behind the Change the Date movement are vowing to step up their efforts to have it moved. Ivan and Kenneth report.



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