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McIntosh Slams ABC's Indigenous Show; Greens Defend Humor

1/30/2026

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Melissa McIntosh (Liberal Party), shadow communications minister, lodged a complaint with the ABC about Always Was Tonight, aired January 21, alleging the program may breach broadcasting duties and divide the nation, including a segment with children singing about Indigenous incarceration.
The Greens support the program, praising its creativity and insight.
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young (Greens) emphasized the importance of humor in addressing racism.
Civil Liberties Australia criticized the Liberal Party's response.

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Melissa McIntosh (Liberal Party), shadow communications minister, lodged a complaint with the ABC about Always Was Tonight, aired January 21, alleging the program may breach broadcasting duties and divide the nation, including a segment with children singing about Indigenous incarceration.
The Greens support the program, praising its creativity and insight.
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young (Greens) emphasized the importance of humor in addressing racism.
Civil Liberties Australia criticized the Liberal Party's response.