High Commissioner Stephen Smith cancels Australia Day gala dinner, causing minor diplomatic incident.

High Commissioner Stephen Smith's cancellation of the annual Australia Day gala dinner in London sparked a minor diplomatic incident. Smith had previously caused controversy by cancelling the London Pride party. Despite the controversies, the cost for the Australian High Commission's Australia Day function in London was revealed, with Smith hosting a special screening of "Priscilla" in March, costing £5000.

August 18, 2024
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