It's Australia Day today, and the holiday's sparked protests, division and debate about the meaning of the day.

Thousands of people took to the streets for the Invasion Day march protesting the holiday, only to clash with protestors out for the March for Australia rally.

Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says people have raised concerns about the polarising nature of the holiday.

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It's Australia Day today, and the holiday's sparked protests, division and debate about the meaning of the day.
Thousands of people took to the streets for the Invasion Day march protesting the holiday, only to clash with protestors out for the March for Australia rally.
Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says people have raised concerns about the polarising nature of the holiday.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the protests erupting over Australia Day

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