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Indigenous Advocate Urges Australia Day Date Change to Heal Historical Wounds
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- Kiki Morris calls to change Australia Day from January 26.
- January 26 marks First Fleet's arrival and indigenous oppression.
- Morris seeks a date that inclusively celebrates all Australians.
- Her advocacy featured on ABC and social media as a career highlight.
- Many councils in Australia do not observe the current Australia Day.
- 69% of people surveyed want January 26 to remain Australia Day.
- Morris's stance gains support in the national debate on the holiday.
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