The Mayor of Fairfield’s city council expressed his gratitude for the opportunities provided by Australia. After two major supermarkets announced they would not stock Australia Day merchandise, the Fairfield City Council has decided to make the merchandise available for free. The Mayor criticized Aldi and Woolworths decision, saying it goes against Australian values and discourages pride in the nation.
Amidst a cost-of-living crisis, the Mayor called on supermarkets to lower prices instead of making political commentary. He asserted that Australia Day is a day of unification and called on the Prime Minister and the Premier to take a leadership role on the issue. The Mayor highlighted the diverse region of Fairfield and the importance of displaying pride on this important day for all residents.
Fairfield City Council will continue the tradition of holding citizenship ceremonies on Australia Day, contrasting with councils in Melbourne that have voted to ban them. The Mayor encouraged other councils to follow suit and called on state and federal governments to provide funding for local councils to celebrate the event. Residents can pick up flags and other merchandise from Fairfield City Council’s administration center, leisure centers, and libraries from January 22nd.