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The debate over same-sex marriage has moved from parliament to the National Rugby League field. Former prime minister Tony Abbott has joined those calling for the league to change its grand-final entertainment because of a song that supports the "yes" vote.

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The debate over same-sex marriage has moved from parliament to the National Rugby League field. Former prime minister Tony Abbott has joined those calling for the league to change its grand-final entertainment because of a song that supports the "yes" vote.

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