#16: At Least Buy Dinner First
Australians are known for their sharp wit, and this protest sign shows why. On a bright yellow poster, it reads: “Tony, you could have at least bought us DINNER first! – Australia.” It’s cheeky, irreverent, and aimed squarely at then–Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s policies.

The sign’s brilliance is in its metaphor. By comparing political decisions to a bad date, it conveys a feeling of being taken advantage of without consent. Humor softens the blow, but the frustration underneath is clear. It’s classic Australian protest style—blunt, clever, and impossible to ignore in a crowd.
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