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Unity is the enemy of division
Luke Taylor • February 5, 2026
Australia Day Ambassador Key Note Speech
Unity stands as the opposite of division. Whether in work, family, or community, Australia thrives on this principle. This message was central to my Australia Day Ambassador Speech.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with incredible teams. In the late 1990s, I was part of the Cabramatta Detectives and the wider Police station. Those days were filled with joy as we shared coffee, stories, and engaged in proactive and reactive policing during challenging times. It was also the most multicultural workplace I had ever experienced. Despite facing an unfounded Ministerial Complaint from the local Mayor for 'racism' due to my actions against individuals who committed violence against children at a sporting event, I cherished every moment in that community. My defence against that complaint was based on unity, not division.
My colleagues represented a diverse array of backgrounds: Greek, Italian, Serbian, Croatian, Chinese, Hong Kong, Egyptian, Maltese, Macedonian, Vietnamese, German, and Dutch—truly a melting pot of Australian culture.
We were all Australians, united as one team with a shared purpose, appreciating our different contexts and perspectives. Policing reflects society as a whole, and every workplace encounters similar challenges.
Whether your team consists of colleagues, family, a church group, or the broader Australian community, remember that unity stems from understanding, and it stands against division.
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