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https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2...t-about-footy-its-about-australia-as-a-nation
"Many have been critical of this feeling that the statue should have been placed in a variety of other sites, Moorabbin Oval where he played for the Saints
For Nicky’s statue to take pride of place in the Noongar heartland and next to the ground where a game that is sacred to many Australians, both black and white, means a great deal. The fact is Perth is the right choice.
Because just as the photograph has transcended the realm in which it was taken so too has the statue transcended state borders and tribal footy affiliations.
It’s a statue for all Australians, whether you like footy or not. "
Well said Des.
"Many have been critical of this feeling that the statue should have been placed in a variety of other sites, Moorabbin Oval where he played for the Saints
For Nicky’s statue to take pride of place in the Noongar heartland and next to the ground where a game that is sacred to many Australians, both black and white, means a great deal. The fact is Perth is the right choice.
Because just as the photograph has transcended the realm in which it was taken so too has the statue transcended state borders and tribal footy affiliations.
It’s a statue for all Australians, whether you like footy or not. "
Well said Des.
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