Australia Day debate is exhausting and data tells us it could last another generation
4 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day debate is exhausting and data tells us it could last another generation

ABC  

"Sometimes it's just about surviving Survival Day," said a friend who is feeling exhausted three weeks into January. Every year, January 26 rolls around, and each time the same debate about our national day floods the country's consciousness — and for some of us it can feel tiringly predictable. A similar poll from the ANU's Social Research Centre in 2019 also found about 70 per cent of people supported the January 26 holiday. In 2017, 60 per cent of young Triple J listeners backed moving the iconic Hottest 100 countdown to a new day, out of respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Or as one Torres Strait Islander elder said: "I don't need one day to celebrate, I am always celebrating my culture and customs, I celebrate being the First Australian every day."

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Indigenous rights activists protest on Australia Day
2 months, 1 week ago

Indigenous rights activists protest on Australia Day

The Hindu  

Tens of thousands of Australians protested over the treatment of Indigenous people on Sunday as the country celebrated a national holiday marking the 1788 arrival of British colonisers. Crowds rallied in Sydney, Melbourne and other cities on Australia Day, decrying the high incarceration rates, poor health and historic persecution of the continent's first inhabitants, whose ancestry stretches back 60,000 years. …

Invasion Day debate resurfaces
2 months, 1 week ago

Invasion Day debate resurfaces

ABC  

Sabra Lane: Suspected members of a neo-Nazi group marred Australia Day protests in Adelaide. In a video on social media, the Opposition Leader Peter Dutton also defended Australia Day, saying Australians shouldn't be afraid to celebrate it. Stephanie Smail: The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the National Australia Day ceremony in Canberra and took part in citizenship presentations. As the …

Australians celebrate and protest the anniversary of British colonization
2 months, 1 week ago

Australians celebrate and protest the anniversary of British colonization

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australians celebrated and protested across the country on Sunday as Australia Day drew attention to political differences over Indigenous rights months out from a federal election. Acknowledging the hurt that Australia Day causes many Indigenous Australians, the most disadvantaged ethnic group that accounts for 4% of the population, many businesses refer to the ”January long weekend” rather …

Victorian councils criticised for reversing Australia Day celebrations without consultation
2 months, 1 week ago

Victorian councils criticised for reversing Australia Day celebrations without consultation

ABC  

Neil Morris is a proud Yorta Yorta man and powerful voice for his people. In September 2023 the Greater Shepparton Council decided to no longer fund any Australia Day events in the shire on January 26 following community consultation. Voice referendum impacts highlighted Australian National University associate professor of public policy Mark Chou said the attitude towards celebrating Australia Day …

When is the Australia Day public holiday this year?
2 months, 1 week ago

When is the Australia Day public holiday this year?

ABC  

Australia Day is this weekend. This Sunday is Australia Day, but the public holiday will be on Monday. But when the next one is depends on where you live: ACT: Canberra Day — Monday, March 10 Canberra Day — New South Wales: Good Friday — Friday, April 13 Good Friday — Northern Territory: Good Friday — Friday, April 13 Good …

No-nonsense Indigenous woman says what many are thinking about Australia Day: 'It's a date'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

No-nonsense Indigenous woman says what many are thinking about Australia Day: 'It's a date'

Daily Mail  

Do you have a story about Australia Day? Email: max.aitchison@mailonline.com A female truck driver has unleashed on critics of Australia Day, calling on her fellow Indigenous residents to 'celebrate being an Aussie' on January 26. 'Firstly, I'm a proud Australian and I celebrate Australia Day. 'I find it disrespectful from anybody, or any corporate company for that fact, who decides …

Anthony Albanese dodges major Australia Day question - after Peter Dutton promised huge overhaul
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Albanese dodges major Australia Day question - after Peter Dutton promised huge overhaul

Daily Mail  

Anthony Albanese has refused to be drawn on Peter Dutton's commitment to force councils to hold Australia Day events on January 26. The Prime Minister was pressed on the issue after the Opposition Leader announced on Monday he would make it mandatory for for councils to hold citizenship ceremonies on Australia Day. The Prime Minister was pressed on the issue …

Australian diplomat Stephen Smith sparks uproar over Australia Day celebrations
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian diplomat Stephen Smith sparks uproar over Australia Day celebrations

Daily Mail  

Australia's top diplomat in London has sparked outrage after refusing to hold any celebrations on Australia Day. Federal opposition leader Peter Dutton has called on Australia's high commissioner to Britain Stephen Smith to 'get on the next plane home' following Thursday's controversial announcement. It comes after Mr Smith indicated that he may not be in London to attend next Saturday's …

Nat Barr unleashes about Australia Day with controversial message after pub group banned celebrations
4 months ago

Nat Barr unleashes about Australia Day with controversial message after pub group banned celebrations

Daily Mail  

Sunrise host Natalie Barr has unleashed about the ongoing debates about Australia Day and called on the government to decide whether the day should continue to be celebrated. Venues boycotting Australia Day include Bungalow8, Cargo, Kingsley's Woolloomooloo, and Parkside Hotel in Sydney, as well as the Esplanade Hotel, Prince of Wales, Duke of Wellington and Garden State Hotel in Melbourne. …

'Woke' council makes massive Australia Day decision following outcry from residents
6 months, 1 week ago

'Woke' council makes massive Australia Day decision following outcry from residents

Daily Mail  

One of the largest local governments in Western Australia has reversed a decision to ditch Australia Day celebrations following an outcry from locals. The City of Rockingham Council, in Perth's southwest, had announced in May last year that all celebrations relating to Australia Day would be held on the closest Saturday to January 26. The survey found that 64 per …

Australians protest British colonization on a national holiday some mark as ‘Invasion Day’
1 year, 2 months ago

Australians protest British colonization on a national holiday some mark as ‘Invasion Day’

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Thousands of Australians protested the anniversary of British colonization of their country with large crowds Friday urging for Australia Day to be moved and for a day of mourning on the holiday some call “Invasion Day.” The holiday marks the arrival of 11 British ships carrying convicts at Port Jackson in present-day Sydney on Jan. 26, 1788. Thousands …

Australians protest British colonization on a national holiday some mark as ‘Invasion Day’
1 year, 2 months ago

Australians protest British colonization on a national holiday some mark as ‘Invasion Day’

New Indian Express  

SYDNEY: Thousands of Australians protested the anniversary of British colonization of their country with large crowds Friday urging for Australia Day to be moved and for a day of mourning on the holiday some call “Invasion Day.” The holiday marks the arrival of 11 British ships carrying convicts at Port Jackson in present-day Sydney on Jan. 26, 1788. Thousands of …

Cricket Australia boss tries to avoid saying 'Australia Day' in train-wreck with Ben Fordham
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket Australia boss tries to avoid saying 'Australia Day' in train-wreck with Ben Fordham

Daily Mail  

The chief executive of Cricket Australia has been unable to answer why the sports body will not be commemorating Australia Day when it falls during a test match later this week. Pictured are fans at the cricket on Australia Day previously Poll Should Cricket Australia recognise Australia Day during the Gabba Test this Friday Yes No I don't care either …

Sunrise host Nat Barr calls out Anthony Albanese over Australia Day: 'Most Australians are getting sick of this'
1 year, 2 months ago

Sunrise host Nat Barr calls out Anthony Albanese over Australia Day: 'Most Australians are getting sick of this'

Daily Mail  

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended Australia Day traditions and revealed he will be participating in events on January 26. Barr asked agriculture minister Murray Watt if PM Anthony Albanese should be showing more leadership on the Australia Day row The PM said January 26 'commemorates the founding of the colony in New South Wales, but also in recent times, …

Generational war erupts over Australia Day: Baby boomer issues scathing message to Aussies who oppose January 26 - as Gen Z woman pushes 'change the date' and cuts off her mates who voted No to the Vo
1 year, 2 months ago

Generational war erupts over Australia Day: Baby boomer issues scathing message to Aussies who oppose January 26 - as Gen Z woman pushes 'change the date' and cuts off her mates who voted No to the Vo

Daily Mail  

It's a celebration of all that is best about Australia or a day of deep national shame, depending on who you ask. Bonnie, a soon-to-be nursing student who works at Ivy nightclub in Sydney's CBD, said she would not be celebrating Australia Day and would most likely be working. YES 2254 votes NO 283 votes Now share your opinion Mr …

Woolworths double standard called out amid Australia Day debate
1 year, 2 months ago

Woolworths double standard called out amid Australia Day debate

Daily Mail  

Aussie claims national holiday will soon cease to exist A young Aussie has warned Australia Day 'will cease to exist' in a few year's time if big corporations refuse to acknowledge the national holiday. Conservative social commentator Carla Efstratiou slammed Woolworths, which also owns Big W, after the supermarket giant revealed it will not sell Australia Day merchandise nationwide due …

Young Aussie calls out Australia Day double standard as Woolworths sign sparks debate: 'Tell me how that makes sense!'
1 year, 4 months ago

Young Aussie calls out Australia Day double standard as Woolworths sign sparks debate: 'Tell me how that makes sense!'

Daily Mail  

Share or comment on this article: Happy Diwali signage in Woolworths Shopper claimed Australia Day wasn't given same treatment Viewers not happy religious festival compared to day of colonisation Do you have a story? News producer Carla Efstratiou spotted Happy Diwali signage at a Woolworths supermarket, commemorating India's biggest and most important holiday of the year - regarded as important …

Young Aussie calls out Australia Day double standard as Woolworths sign sparks debate: 'Tell me how that makes sense!'
1 year, 4 months ago

Young Aussie calls out Australia Day double standard as Woolworths sign sparks debate: 'Tell me how that makes sense!'

Daily Mail  

Do you have a story? Email kylie.stevens@dailymail.com Viewers not happy religious festival compared to day of colonisation A conservative commentator's response to signs commemorating Diwali at Woolworths has angered many Aussies. News producer Carla Efstratiou spotted Happy Diwali signage at a Woolworths supermarket, commemorating India's biggest and most important holiday of the year - regarded as important to Hindus as …

Australia Day focuses on Black recognition in constitution
2 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day focuses on Black recognition in constitution

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australians marked the 235th anniversary of British colonization Thursday with a public holiday that evokes anger at Indigenous injustice, focusing national attention on a new government push to acknowledge Australia’s first inhabitants in the constitution. There are growing public calls to change the date of Australia Day, which is known to many Indigenous people as Invasion Day …

Australia Day focuses on Black recognition in constitution
2 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day focuses on Black recognition in constitution

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. There are growing public calls to change the date …

Thousands rally for 'Invasion Day' protests on Australia Day holiday
2 years, 2 months ago

Thousands rally for 'Invasion Day' protests on Australia Day holiday

NPR  

Thousands rally for 'Invasion Day' protests on Australia Day holiday Enlarge this image toggle caption Rick Rycroft/AP Rick Rycroft/AP CANBERRA, Australia — Australians marked the 235th anniversary of British colonization Thursday with a public holiday that evokes anger at Indigenous injustice, focusing national attention on a new government push to acknowledge Australia's first inhabitants in the constitution. Sponsor Message The …

What you should NEVER do on Australia Day
2 years, 2 months ago

What you should NEVER do on Australia Day

Daily Mail  

Social media influencers are using their platforms to share tips on how young people can show their opposition to the celebration of Australia Day - and the activities revellers should avoid. Wiradjuri, Gomeroi and Awabakal user Meissa Mason has suggested people working on 'Invasion Day', who wish to support Indigenous people, donate their bonus public holiday rates Wiradjuri, Gomeroi and …

The Australian Open will do nothing to celebrate Australia Day
2 years, 2 months ago

The Australian Open will do nothing to celebrate Australia Day

Daily Mail  

Australian Open organisers have chosen not to stage any events marking Australia Day as they seek to avoid conflict over the under-fire national holiday. Patriotic Aussie fans won't be able to attend any Australia Day events at Melbourne Park on January 26 Tennis Australia is refusing to mark the national holiday because it's become too divisive 'We acknowledge the historical …

Can I choose to work on Australia Day or do I have to take the public holiday?
2 years, 2 months ago

Can I choose to work on Australia Day or do I have to take the public holiday?

ABC  

Employers — from supermarkets to big corporates — are giving staff the choice to work on Australia Day, despite January 26 being a public holiday. The Fair Work Ombudsman adds: "An employer must not exert undue influence or pressure on an employee in relation to agreeing to substitute a public holiday for another day or part-day." "We recognise that January …

Cricket great Jason Gillespie wants Australia Day's date changed after Ash Gardner criticism
2 years, 2 months ago

Cricket great Jason Gillespie wants Australia Day's date changed after Ash Gardner criticism

Daily Mail  

The furore surrounding Australia Day continues to ignite in the sporting world, with Aussie cricket legend Jason Gillespie calling for the date to be changed. Jason Gillespie, pictured wearing the Adelaide Strikers Indigenous jersey, is calling for the date of Australia Day to be changed The Scorchers and Strikers play for a trophy bearing Gillespie's name, and which celebrates his …

Melbourne councillors vote to review January 26 celebrations ahead of Australia Day 2023
2 years, 8 months ago

Melbourne councillors vote to review January 26 celebrations ahead of Australia Day 2023

ABC  

Melbourne City Council could dump Australia Day celebrations as part of its journey to reconciliation. Key points: Melbourne City Council is launching a review into Australia Day celebrations All but two councillors voted in favour of the motion The review is to be tabled and debated on September 6 Councillors on Monday night voted in favour of a motion put …

Melbourne City Council could scrap Australia Day celebrations
2 years, 8 months ago

Melbourne City Council could scrap Australia Day celebrations

Daily Mail  

Australia Day celebrations could be scrapped in Melbourne as the city's mayor works to create 'unity, rather than division' around the national holiday. Melbourne City Council Lord Mayor Sally Capp held a meeting on Tuesday night where the majority of the city's councillors voted in favour of a review into how January 26 would be marked in the future. Australia …

Four Australians share why they don't celebrate Australia Day
3 years, 2 months ago

Four Australians share why they don't celebrate Australia Day

ABC  

As an Aboriginal person, I know I have roughly two weeks into the new year before I have to start preparing myself mentally for January 26. "I have no connection to that date, and it wasn't until I finished high school and started working that people made it a 'thing' to celebrate January 26," the marketing manager says. "Long before …

We're changing our minds on Australia Day and it's happening rapidly, Australia Talks reveals
3 years, 9 months ago

We're changing our minds on Australia Day and it's happening rapidly, Australia Talks reveals

ABC  

It's become one of the nation's most divisive days, and now it appears Australians are rapidly changing their minds over whether the 26th of January is the most appropriate date to celebrate our nation. The Australia Talks National Survey 2021 has revealed a majority of people now believe Australia Day should not be celebrated on January 26, given the historical …

Chris Hemsworth calls for Australia Day to be moved to a different date
4 years, 2 months ago

Chris Hemsworth calls for Australia Day to be moved to a different date

Daily Mail  

Chris Hemsworth has called for the date of Australia Day to be changed. 'Let's begin the healing and stand together in unity': Chris Hemsworth has called for Australia Day to be moved to a different date 'Indigenous Australians may be just as proud of this country, but many see January 26th as a date signifying the beginning of dispossession, disease …

Australia divided on January 26th with packed beaches packed and Invasion Day protests
4 years, 2 months ago

Australia divided on January 26th with packed beaches packed and Invasion Day protests

Daily Mail  

Australian hasn't been as divided on our national day holiday as we were on January 26, 2021. Two women celebrate the national holiday on the back of a boat as temperatures soar on the Gold Coast Protesters in Melbourne raise their fists in the air as they call for an end to black death in custody A glamorous blonde woman …

January 26 is a reminder that Australia still hasn't reckoned with its original sin
4 years, 2 months ago

January 26 is a reminder that Australia still hasn't reckoned with its original sin

ABC  

This is who I am. Australia is better because a new generation of First Nations people are raising their voices: smart, angry, insistent and irrepressible. Australia is better for our contributions It is better because of so many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have believed in this country even when it did not believe in them. Australia is …

Australia Day celebrated across country as speakers urge reflection, unity
4 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day celebrated across country as speakers urge reflection, unity

ABC  

Australia Day has been commemorated and celebrated around the country, with more than 12,000 new citizens welcomed. New Australians ACT - 20 NSW - 2,884 NT - 186 QLD - 3,906 SA - 1,122 TAS - 316 VIC - 1,706 WA - 2,488 Nationally - 12,628 Source: Dept of Home Affairs At the national flag-raising and citizenship ceremony in Canberra, …

Explainer: What is Australia Day, why protests, Cricket Australia's stance, Margaret Court controversy
4 years, 2 months ago

Explainer: What is Australia Day, why protests, Cricket Australia's stance, Margaret Court controversy

The Hindu  

India will mark its 72nd Republic Day this year on January 26. Cricket Australia has decided to drop the term ‘Australia Day’ in promotions for Big Bash League games scheduled on the public holiday. This move drew criticism from Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison who asked Cricket Australia to ‘focus on the cricket.’ "I think a bit more focus on …

How to talk about not celebrating Australia Day
4 years, 2 months ago

How to talk about not celebrating Australia Day

ABC  

For a lot of young Aussies, January 26 is about going to the beach, having a barbeque with mates and indulging in a few bevvies. “Rather than me preaching it, or, you know, just talking at her, she then started asking me questions.” Ms Thunig explained that January 26 only became the Australia Day public holiday in 1994 and before …

Australia Day is a contentious day for many. Here are the events being held on January 26
4 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day is a contentious day for many. Here are the events being held on January 26

ABC  

Australia Day, one of the most polarising dates on the Australian calendar, is back, though this year the coronavirus pandemic could mean fewer crowds at events around the country. Perth Perth would usually play host to the nation's largest Australia Day fireworks display, but local coronavirus restrictions mean this year's Skyworks won't go ahead. The ABC brings you stories of …

Cricket Australia stands firm on 'Australia Day' decision despite Scott Morrison's criticism
4 years, 2 months ago

Cricket Australia stands firm on 'Australia Day' decision despite Scott Morrison's criticism

ABC  

Cricket Australia is standing its ground in not referring to January 26 as "Australia Day" as part of its Big Bash League promotions, after consultation with its Indigenous advisory committee. Key points: Mel Jones says Cricket Australia hopes it can help drive change with its decision Prime Minister Scott Morrison describes the move as "pretty ordinary" BBL players have supported …

Past Australian of the Year awards recipients reflect on what it means to Australian of the Year
4 years, 2 months ago

Past Australian of the Year awards recipients reflect on what it means to Australian of the Year

ABC  

On January 26, four Australians will be named as this year's recipients of the Senior, Young, Community and Australian of the Year awards. Being named the Australian of the Year and spending some time in remote areas of Australia during my year, I learnt quickly just how many people are watching you and are interested in your opinion. It's too …

‘Invasion Day’ seeks to reclaim what Aboriginal Australians lost
5 years, 2 months ago

‘Invasion Day’ seeks to reclaim what Aboriginal Australians lost

Al Jazeera  

For Australia’s indigenous people, Australia Day represents colonisation and dispossession of their land since 1788. There’s no element of that Aboriginal people can relate to.” As an alternate name to Australia Day, the protest organisers now refer to the event as “Invasion Day”. Onus said, “Calling it Invasion Day is the most frank and honest way you could really describe …

Indigenous youth in remote Australia share their ideas on #changethedate
5 years, 2 months ago

Indigenous youth in remote Australia share their ideas on #changethedate

ABC  

As rallies encouraging Australians to #changethedate and #paytherent attract crowds across major cities, the situation in Western Australia's far north will be markedly different. "Changing the date for the Kimberley people won't change the suicide rates, it won't affect our drug and alcohol problem up here, we have other priorities at hand," he said. 'The values that I see celebrated …

ABC journalist Stan Grant debates where Australia Day should be changed or abolished
5 years, 11 months ago

ABC journalist Stan Grant debates where Australia Day should be changed or abolished

Daily Mail  

Prominent journalist Stan Grant has said that moving the date of Australia Day would be pointless because some of his fellow indigenous people are 'wedded to grievance'. ABC journalist Stan Grant has debated calls to change the date in a piece published in The Weekend Australian Magazine Stan Grant is pictured with wife Tracey Holmes who he left wife Karla …

Australia Day protests: Tens of thousands march against 'celebration of colonisation and genocide'
6 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day protests: Tens of thousands march against 'celebration of colonisation and genocide'

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tens of thousands of people …

Hollywood hunk Chris Hemsworth leads the stars who refused to celebrate Australia Day this year
6 years, 2 months ago

Hollywood hunk Chris Hemsworth leads the stars who refused to celebrate Australia Day this year

Daily Mail  

The question of whether the nation should change the date of Australia Day has become one of the country's most contentious political issues. Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth, Pia Miller, and Matty J Johnson lead the stars who refused to celebrate Australia Day this year The Avengers star said it was a day of 'mixed emotions' for many Australians, making direct …

Australia Day: Why it’s so controversial
6 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day: Why it’s so controversial

CNN  

CNN — “This used to be the greatest country on Earth, but we’ve lost the plot.” It might just be a commercial – Australian Lamb’s annual As Australians deal with a record-breaking heatwave, environmental devastation and a sixth prime minister in just over a decade, the annual fierce debate over the country’s national day might be the thing that pushes …

How Christians can unpack the baggage of colonialism this Australia Day
6 years, 2 months ago

How Christians can unpack the baggage of colonialism this Australia Day

ABC  

Why do a growing number of people mark Australia Day by going to church? According to Joanna Cruickshank, senior lecturer in History at Melbourne's Deakin University: "We can't have those conversations without talking about Christianity, and that's been obvious for decades." Amid calls to "change the date", and indeed to "change Australia", Christian communities are rallying behind a call to …

The culture war taking place in your own backyard: Local councils and the politics of Australia Day
6 years, 2 months ago

The culture war taking place in your own backyard: Local councils and the politics of Australia Day

ABC  

Australia Day divides us like no other public holiday on our national calendar. In a manner reminiscent of the earlier "black armband/white blindfold" history wars, the 26 January Australia Day holiday now represents one of our nation's longest running points of cultural contention. More recently, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has echoed his predecessor's view, tweeting in response to Byron Council's …

Australia Day date change urged by young girl in heartfelt letter written in texta
6 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day date change urged by young girl in heartfelt letter written in texta

ABC  

A young girl has pleaded with the nation's leaders to move Australia Day because "it's a day for the Aboriginal people to feel sad and I don't think that's right". Key points: The ABC obtained nearly 20 letters, written between 2014 and January 2018 Most of the correspondence supported moving the day The Coalition has recently strengthened its support for …

Australia Day: Nearly 80 per cent of voters want national day to STAY on January 26
6 years, 2 months ago

Australia Day: Nearly 80 per cent of voters want national day to STAY on January 26

Daily Mail  

An overwhelming majority of Australians continue to reject calls for the country's national day to be moved from January 26, according to new polls. An overwhelming majority of Australians reject calls for the country's national day to be moved from January 26, according to new polls Polling commissioned by right-wing think tank the Institute of Public Affairs showed just 10 …

Scott Morrison suggests new Indigenous national day instead of moving Australia Day
6 years, 6 months ago

Scott Morrison suggests new Indigenous national day instead of moving Australia Day

ABC  

After rejecting calls to change the date of Australia Day, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says there could instead be another national day to celebrate Indigenous people and culture. Key points: PM floats the idea of a new national day to recognise Indigenous culture Frontbencher Ken Wyatt, an Aboriginal man from WA, backs idea and suggests holding it during NAIDOC Week …

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