A staffer working for Greens leader Adam Bandt was seen moving the Australian flag out of shot prior to a press conference yesterday.

The Greens leader quietly been removing the flag from view in media appearances for years.

When questioned about the controversial move, Mr Bandt said the flag is a hurtful symbol to many Indigenous Australians.

Neil Mitchell has weighed in on the controversial move.

Press PLAY below to hear Neil Mitchell’s view

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