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30 January 2026

The Daily Mail Reports The Wesley Mission Has Reignited The Australia Day Public Holiday Debate With An Offer Of An Alternative Date

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Reigniting the Australia Day debate by publicly advocating for changing the January 26 date.
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The Daily Mail reports that one of Australia's largest not-for-profit organisations has reignited the Australia Day debate by publicly advocating for changing the January 26 date, prompting strong reactions from supporters and critics who see the move as either a step toward inclusivity or unnecessary political activism.

Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article, "One of the country's largest not-for-profits sparks debate with new push to change the date of Australia Day", published in the Daily Mail on 12 December 2025

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