Jamie Oliver expressed his devastation over the backlash to his children's book, stating, 'It was never my intention to misinterpret this deeply painful issue.' He announced the book's withdrawal, reflecting on his responsibility.
Penguin Random House admitted that their publishing standards 'fell short on this occasion' regarding the controversy over Oliver's book. They emphasized the need to learn from the incident and to take decisive action.
Indigenous leader Sue-Anne Hunter remarked, 'The impact of such misrepresentation on First Nations children and communities cannot be understated. It perpetuates harmful stereotypes and risks reinforcing colonial narratives.'
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation condemned the book, asserting that it was 'disrespectful' and contributed to the erasure and trivialization of First Nations peoples and experiences.
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