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Israel Folau's bushfire comments spark strong reactions

Israel Folau arrives for a conciliation hearing at the Fair Work Commission in June

Israel Folau arrives for a conciliation hearing at the Fair Work Commission in June Source: AAP

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Former Wallabies star Israel Folau claims Australia's bushfire and drought emergency is God's punishment on Australia for legalising same-sex marriage and abortion.

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