A Victorian councillor has condemned a proposal from his own council requesting a cancellation of its Australia Day celebrations.
Cameron Howe, who represents Kingston City Council in the south-east suburbs of Melbourne, revealed to Sky News Australia his council had put forward a bid to terminate citizenship ceremony proceedings on January 26, flying the Australian flag at half-mast for the day and observe a public mourning.
Mr Howe has contested the proposal, arguing it takes away a special right of new Australian citizens. "Every person that contributes to this country, earning a right to be a citizen also earns the right to become a citizen on our national holiday, which for most is a day to appreciate the picturesque landscape and opportunity Australia offers," he told Sky News.
If the decision is made, it would mark a significant step for campaigners around the country who have been urging for Australia Day's date to be changed.
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