A statue of Captain Cook in Sydney was vandalized before Australia Day, damaging its hand and face.

A statue of Captain Cook in Sydney was vandalized ahead of Australia Day, with its hand and parts of its face damaged. This is the second time in a year the statue has been targeted. Captain Cook, a British explorer, is viewed as a controversial figure, especially by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities who see Australia Day as a reminder of displacement. Despite the controversy, many Australians celebrate the day as a symbol of national pride. NSW Police are investigating the incident.

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