Pauline Hanson
Australian far-right senator Hanson wears burka in bid to ban them
Australian anti-immigration far-right politician Pauline Hanson caused a furore on Aug. 17 when she entered the Senate wearing a full burqa, earning a blistering rebuke from the country's top lawyer for the "appalling" stunt.
An Australian Senator Appeared Wearing Burka in Parliament
The leader of Australia's far-right One Nation party has worn a burka on the floor of the nation's Senate, reported BBC.
Pauline Hanson's entrance drew audible shock from other senators ahead of a bid by her party to ban the garment in Australia.
Thousands march in pro-refugee rallies across Australia
Thousands of people have taken part in Walk Together rallies across Australia in a gesture to welcome refugees and immigrants to the country. The rallies, organised by Welcome to Australia, took place in more than 25 cities and towns and aimed to celebrate cultural diversity while promoting compassion and unity.