NSW MP Calls for Major AC/DC Memorial, Criticizes Cultural Elites for Neglect

February 26, 2025
NSW MP Calls for Major AC/DC Memorial, Criticizes Cultural Elites for Neglect
  • New South Wales MP Jeremy Buckingham is advocating for a significant public memorial to honor AC/DC, calling them Australia's most successful artistic act.

  • During a recent budget estimates hearing, Buckingham urged Premier Chris Minns to recognize the global impact of AC/DC, highlighting the need for acknowledgment of their contributions.

  • Buckingham criticized Sydney's cultural elites for their failure to celebrate the iconic rock band, which was formed by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young in Sydney in 1973.

  • Despite AC/DC's immense success, with approximately 200 million albums sold worldwide and hits like 'Thunderstruck' and 'Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap,' there is only a small mural in Burwood to honor their legacy.

  • Buckingham emphasized the urgency of creating a memorial, pointing out that there are already statues dedicated to lesser-known figures.

  • He described the current situation as cultural cringe, where elitism hinders the recognition of working-class contributions to music.

  • The recent demolition of the Youngs' childhood home in Burwood, which was heritage listed, sparked public outrage and was attributed to a developer's oversight.

  • In response to Buckingham's proposal, Premier Minns expressed his admiration for AC/DC and agreed to consider the idea of a memorial.

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Push for AC/DC statue in ‘snobby’ Sydney

news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site • Feb 26, 2025

Push for AC/DC statue in ‘snobby’ Sydney

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