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Australia Day comes on January 26 of every year. It is an official national holiday in Australia. It is the sixth-largest country in the world, and they have celebrated the day since the year 1788. This day commemorates the establishment of the first European settlement in Jackson Port; now, it is part of Sydney. Today the people in Australia gather and celebrate by thinking about what they are great about being an Australian. The day will reflect on what they have achieved and what are the things that can be proud of their Nation. Some people say that the country is a land of mystery, danger, and majestic beauty Nation. Hence Australian Day is a day for people in their country to make a better place for their future.
History of Australia Day
Australia Day marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet of British Ships at New South Wales in 1788. The day also marks the rise of the flag of Great Britain in that location. Nowadays, the celebrations haven’t focused on the arrival of the aforementioned ships, instead concentrating on the diverse society and landscape of their nation. The parties will be held to welcome new immigrants, and some of the communities will organize some family events on that day. Before 1901, it was a young country, and they occurred federation in 1901. Only after the arrival of British ships, did their population increase.
In 1935, Australia Day was celebrated all over the nation except New South Wales State. The people in that state had called that day “Anniversary Day.” From 1946, they, too, celebrated the day as Australia Day. The day marks colonization, but Aboriginal Australians sometimes feel that their celebrations exclude them. It was renamed “Invasion Day,” and the protests happened with side-by-side parties.
Happy Australia Day Quotes
“Australia is about as far away as you can get. I like that.” – Andre Benjamin
“God bless America. God save the Queen. God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia.” – Russell Crowe
“In Australia, not reading poetry is the national pastime.” – Phyllis McGinley
“Australia is an absolutely fantastic country, but the only thing we lack is the ability to work harder.” – Dick Smith
“To live in Australia permanently is rather like going to a party and dancing all night with one’s mother.” – Barry Humphries
“Australia is an outdoor country. People only go inside to use the toilet. And that’s only a recent development.” -Barry Humphries
Happy Australia Day 2024 Wishes
“The National Flag, when it flutters, makes me feel proud of being a citizen of this nation which has so beautifully come out of all the negativity and secured a place for itself in the international arena.”
“Wishing you all Happy Independence Day. May our country progress in all directions. Let’s are proud of Australia.”
“God save the Queen. God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia.”
“We are bound together by the one nation, One identity,
and one vision, We have freedom of mind, We have pride in our heart, And we have faith in our words.”
“Wishing all Australian Citizens a Sparkling Australia Day.”
“A great many individuals gave their lives so that our nation is breathing this day Always remember their penance and Love the nation.”
Other Celebrations on January 26
January 26 is also celebrated as
How to celebrate the day
Australian people will celebrate the occasion by reading their country’s fascinating story. Some of the organizations and community will organize some family events. So people can attend those events with their families. If you are not in Australia, learn more about the country and the arrival of the First Fleet of British Ships. On this day, Australian citizenship ceremonies will be conducted to welcome immigrants who have been granted citizenship to the country. Post your celebrations on social media like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by using the hashtag #HappyAustraliaDay or #Australia Day.
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