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Indigenous activists protest against 26 January celebrations

In Brisbane, Aboriginal activists rally to call for an end to the celebration of Australia Day on January 26

In Brisbane, Aboriginal activists rally to call for an end to the celebration of Australia Day on January 26 Source: AAP

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Australia Day is an event that leaves the public feeling many mixed emotions, with some labelling it "Invasion Day".

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