Geelong Australia Day event cancelled, organiser heartbroken
The Geelong Australia Day fireworks and family event is cancelled. Organiser expresses heartbreak as council urges calm and respect for differing views on the national day.
The Geelong Australia Day fireworks and family event is cancelled. Organiser expresses heartbreak as council urges calm and respect for differing views on the national day.
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