James Cookâs little known secret letter
When James Cook arrived on our shores he was clutching a secret letter that blows the whole concept of Australia Day out of the water, says Muriel Bin Dol.
Opinion
by Muriel Bin Dol
OPINION
January 26 is a defining date in our history, yet one that deeply divides our nation. The aspiration of our national day is to celebrate our shared values and freedoms. However, as more and more Australians embrace opportunities to learn about our First Nations cultures, so too are their perspectives on whether it is appropriate to celebrate this on the anniversary of Australia's invasion.