Japanese ambassador to Australia downplays Albanese melon gaffe as Taylor claims PM has ‘stuffed up’

Guardian World•Wed, Aug 12, 2026, 08:18 AM•2 min read

Coalition demands police investigate apparent leaking of diplomatic cable to newspaper but Labor calls it a ‘silly political stunt’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Japanese ambassador has downplayed Anthony Al...

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