Labor minister accused of ‘grubby smear’ for labelling Menzies a ‘Nazi appeaser’
Labor minister Pat Conroy labeled former Prime Minister Robert Menzies a ‘Nazi appeaser’ during a National Press Club appearance, igniting controversy. Opposition figures demanded an apology, accusing Conroy of a ‘grubby smear’, while Conroy defended Labor's national security record. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over historical interpretations amid government reforms in the defence sector.
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Published 02 Jul 2026, 06:32 UTC · Updated 02 Jul 2026, 06:40 UTC
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