January 26 (National Australia Day) has become a public holiday of the country. Aboriginal Australians often feel that National independence day celebrations exclude them. Due to this reason, many protests do a
Because Australia Day marks the date of the country's colonization, there is a growing movement of people who feel the holiday must change the date or theme. As a result, it is common to see protests alongside some celebrations. Some consider the holiday a day of mourning and have re-name...
City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Martin Zaiter said the City’s Australia Day celebrations are not to be missed. “The Australia Day long weekend is the perfect time to bring our community together to reflect on what unites us as a community,” Cr Zaiter said. “Our hot air balloon specta...
Victoria's calendar is jam-packed with festivals, celebrations, arts and sports events all year round. Previous November What's on Ensure November starts off with space in your calendar because it'll fill up quickly with the unending list of events in Melbourne and Victoria. December What...
If this is your first Australia Day in Sydney we have put together a list of the highlights to help you decide how to join in the celebrations.
However, the Australia Day public holiday was still held on the Monday closest to January 26th. In the bi-centenary year, 1988, Australia Day was held around the nation on January 26th. The highlight of the many celebrations was a re-enactment of the First Fleet's trip which departed from...
However, the Australia Day public holiday was still held on the Monday closest to January 26th. In the bi-centenary year, 1988, Australia Day was held around the nation on January 26th. The highlight of the many celebrations was a re-enactment of the First Fleet's trip which departed from...
It’s Australia day on the 26 January and the long weekend opportunity means the perfect excuse for a motorhome holiday. If you’re out and about enjoying the gorgeous summer weather on this public holiday, here are some great Australia Day celebrations from around the country you could slot ...
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On the opening day of the Chinese New Year, parts of Thomas, Hay, Sussex, and Harbour streets in Sydney's city center will be closed and make way for celebrations, which kick off at 5:00 p.m. local time. The night will come alive with singing, dancing, and drum art, from more th...