Prince Philip knighthood shows need for republic debate, Shorten says

By Stephanie Peatling
Updated January 26 2015 - 7:14pm, first published 5:39pm
Labor leader Bill Shorten, pictured at a citizenship ceremony in Melbourne, has raised the prospect of an Australian republic. Photo: Simon O'Dwyer
Labor leader Bill Shorten, pictured at a citizenship ceremony in Melbourne, has raised the prospect of an Australian republic. Photo: Simon O'Dwyer

Prime Minister Tony Abbott's decision to award Prince Philip a knighthood underscores the need for a debate about an Australian republic and identity, Opposition Leader Bill Shorten said on Monday.

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