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Captain Cook Statue Vandalized in Sydney Ahead of Australia Day

Captain Cook Statue Vandalized in Sydney Ahead of Australia Day
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7 Highlights
  • Captain Cook's statue in Sydney was defaced and damaged ahead of Australia Day.
  • The statue lost a hand and had facial damage, marking a second attack this year.
  • Australia Day, linked to British colonization, intensifies national debates.
  • Indigenous communities call Australia Day 'Invasion Day', highlighting colonization pain.
  • Randwick Council condemns statue vandalism as harmful to reconciliation efforts.
  • NSW Police investigate vandalism; similar cases reported in Victoria and Melbourne.
  • Despite debates, most Australians support keeping Australia Day as a national holiday.
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