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    "That decision has not been made, what I can say is that within the broader arts and cultural community there is some disagreement about that,'' Mr Barnett said. "Heath Ledger, his memory will certainly be commemorated in that new theatre. One way or another." Asked if it had anything to do with the way Ledger lost his life, Mr Barnett said: "No, no it's not''. Full Article at NEWS.com.au
    Heath Ledger, his memory will certainly be commemorated in that new theatre. One way or another.
    SOURCE: NEWS.com.au 12 months ago
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Government backs away from Ledger honour
  1. I think it's unsavoury, insensitive and he should have exercised a bit more thought before he went about this
    – Ben Wyatt SOURCE: NEWS.com.au 12 months ago
  2. The Ledger family (had) offered to donate memorabilia ... it was something they were emotionally committed to.
    SOURCE: NEWS.com.au 12 months ago
  3. But certainly Heath Ledger's family would be consulted about any change and that will be a decision as the theatre nears its completion.
    SOURCE: NEWS.com.au 12 months ago
  4. That decision has not been made, what I can say is that within the broader arts and cultural community there is some disagreement about that
    SOURCE: NEWS.com.au 12 months ago

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