Tony Abbott, the 28th Prime Minister of Australia, transitioned from a political figure to a global internet legend through several bizarre and highly visual public moments. The most enduring meme involves Abbott biting into a raw, unpeeled onion during a 2015 farm visit, an act that confused the world and cemented his place in meme history. Other popular variations include his frequent appearances in 'budgie smugglers' (speedos) and his infamous 28 seconds of silent nodding during a high-pressure television interview. These templates are primarily used to highlight awkwardness, bizarre decision-making, or specific critiques of Australian governance and culture.