Australia news live: Ugle-Hagan reenacts famous anti-racism gesture, government push for wages to match inflation

The Western Bulldogs forward responded to last week’s racial abuse by repeating Nicky Winmar’s iconic gesture. Follow the day’s news live

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Western Bulldogs forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has made a powerful stand against racism as he led the team to victory over last night’s match against Brisbane.

After scoring the first goal of the game, Ugle-Hagan lifted his jumper and pointed to his skin, recreating the iconic anti-racism gesture by St Kilda Saints great Nicky Winmar almost 30 years ago to the day.