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At an Invasion Day rally in Brisbane, senior Queensland state MP Mark Bailey says there should be a national day First Nations people to "celebrate as well". Source: AAP / Jono Searle

Around 80 local councils across Australia have decided to change the date of their annual citizenship ceremonies from January 26th. While many are lauding the decision as a step in the right direction, some Australians aren't so sure.

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Around 80 local councils across Australia have decided to change the date of their annual citizenship ceremonies from January 26th. While many are lauding the decision as a step in the right direction, some Australians aren't so sure.

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