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Criticism as tourists flock to climb Uluru ahead of ban

Uluru pictured in afternoon light, in the Northern Territory

Uluru pictured in afternoon light, in the Northern Territory Source: AAP

Photos showing the path up Uluru clogged with climbers has prompted sharp criticism from people across the country. It comes just weeks before a ban to climb the sacred Aboriginal site comes into force on the 26th of October. Climbers are being accused of disrespecting the wishes of the local Aboriginal people.



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