As Daniel Andrews gets immortalised in bronze a year after retiring, will obsessed critics ever get over him?
Confirmation that the former Victorian premier will have a statue in his honour has sparked another series of headlines
www.theguardian.comI don’t have live access to current news feeds right now. Here’s a quick, high-level summary of what has been reported recently about a Dan Andrews statue based on publicly discussed sources:
- There has been ongoing discussion and controversy about plans to statue former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews, with opposition figures and petitions highlighting concerns about the appropriateness, cost, and symbolism. Some reports describe petitions and parliamentary processes aiming to block or re-evaluate the statue project.[2][4][5]
- Media coverage has highlighted debates in Parliament and among politicians, with multiple outlets reporting calls to cancel or reconsider the statue, and others noting supporters who argue in favor of commemorating public service. Notable outlets have carried stories and opinion pieces on the topic, including 7NEWS and The Guardian.[4][5]
- Public sentiment appears mixed, with petitions ranging in signatories and media commentary reflecting polarized views about whether a statue is a fitting tribute to his tenure. Coverage references both organized efforts to stop the statue and counter-narratives advocating for memorial recognition.[5][4]
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