
Bernardi's Kaurna Language Remarks Spark Backlash
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Cory Bernardi, One Nations SA election candidate, faces backlash for mocking Kaurna language signs on public landmarks. Kaurna elders express disappointment, while Labor and Liberals condemn his remarks. The videos gain traction, and Adelaide University stands by its commitment to honoring First Nations languages. Meanwhile, the opposition leader announces preferences for One Nation over Labor in all seats.
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0:00It's March 10th in Sydney, let's get into the news. Corey Bernardi, the lead one nation candidate for South Australia's upcoming election, sparked backlash after posting videos on Facebook, then mocked the use of corn and language on public landmarks. He called the signs empty symbolism and argued they try to erase Australian history by replacing familiar names. In the first video, Bernardi stands at the Nina Marnie Center and questions why universities display words in a language few understand. A second clip shows him outside the women's and children's hospital where he mispronounces a coronasign and complains no one knows what it means. Karna Elders expressed deep disappointment, viewing the comments as an unfair attack on Aboriginal people during election season. The state-labor government emphasized building an inclusive society over division while a liberal spokesperson labeled the remarks grossly offensive, though noting some dual naming goes too far. These dual naming efforts date back to the early 2000s, led by Karna Elders working
1:02with councils and governments to promote reconciliation and cultural recognition. Elders say such public displays foster identity and correct historical wrongs. Meanwhile, the videos racked up over 50,000 likes and Adelaide University reaffirmed its pride in honoring First Nations languages as part of Australia's heritage, with polls showing tough times for liberals, the opposition leader announced preferences for one nation over labor in all seats. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Stay back and listen, S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM
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