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Oliver Caffrey

Port, Dogs issue powerful statements about January 26

Jason Johannisen is among the Bulldogs' stars speaking out about Australia Day being moved. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS)

AFL clubs Port Adelaide and the Western Bulldogs have released powerful statements calling for the date of Australia Day to change.

It comes just days after Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins, then star batter Steve Smith, both voiced their push for a rethink on the January 26 public holiday.

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