The Project host Waleed Aly is convinced Australians won’t be enjoying a national day of celebration on January 26 for much longer.
In a charged discussion during Friday’s episode, Aly declared his view on the matter – saying it was inevitable ‘change the date’ campaigners would soon have their way.
Drawing comparisons between the same-sex marriage debate and how the voice of Australians eventually led to a change in legislation, he said moving the date of Australia Day was ‘the next inevitability’.
Waleed Aly (left) declared his stance on Australia Day – saying it was inevitable ‘change the date’ campaigners would soon have their way on Friday’s episode
Aly is convinced Australians won’t be enjoying a national day of celebration on January 26 for much longer
‘I reckon this is the new same-sex marriage, this is the next inevitability. Whatever your view on it, I reckon that’s where it’s heading,’ he told the panel.
‘Eventually, it will be won,’ he stated, with fellow panellists nodding in agreeance.
‘Invasion Day’ protests took place across the country Friday, attended by Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal activists and supporters.
Protesters gathered at Redfern in inner-city Sydney to demand the date be moved from January 26, holding signs reading ‘No pride in genocide’ and ‘Invasion Day’.
A prominent divide was clear as thousands rallied while others took to beaches and parks across the country to enjoy barbecues.
He drew comparisons between the same sex marriage debate and how the voice of Australians eventually led to a change in legislation
Some activists marched for a date change, while others spoke out in favour of abolishing Australia Day altogether until Aboriginal social issues are solved.
‘Invasion Day’ demonstrators were joined by a diverse group of supporters, including some of Asian background holding placard saying ‘Asians against apartheid’ and ‘No Asian pride in genocide’.
Patriotic beachside celebrations were equally diverse, as Australians from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds came together to celebrate the country’s national day.
‘I reckon this is the new same sex marriage, this is the next inevitability. Whatever your view on it, I reckon that’s where it’s heading,’ Aly told the panel