Official’s Aus Day move raises big question
A high-ranking Australian’s decision to skip a gala dinner commemorating the national day has highlighted increased debate over its relevance.
Change the Date
January 26 is not a day for celebration – that’s why news.com.au is campaigning to change the date of Australia Day, so we can celebrate the best country in the world, without leaving anyone behind.
Why changing the date is so significant
First Nations newsChat panellist Nich Topher asks how can there be reconciliation if Australians won’t even change the date of Australia Day.
Big roadblock in changing the date
One fact that’s often overlooked in the debate around changing Australia Day is that the Federal Government doesn’t control public holidays.
Aus Day workers told to donate extra pay
A TikToker has suggested that people working on Australia Day that don’t want to profit off the controversial public holiday could donate part of their pay.
‘I can’t love Australia’: Truth we must face
January 26 is famous for beers, barbecues and fun in the sun – but if you’re planning to celebrate today, you need a reality check.
Quiz most Aussies cannot pass
Millions of Aussies oppose changing the date of Australia Day – but they couldn’t pass this simple quiz about its origins. Can you?
Three words you can’t say today
January 26 is not the anniversary of something joyful at all. It’s the furthest thing from it, which is why you can’t say these three words.
Changing Aus Day ‘doesn’t solve problem’
The Australia Day Council has defended the national holiday saying she didn’t think changing the January 26 was the right solution.
Massive lie that Australia ignores
Australian “settlement” wasn’t just morally wrong, it was illegal under 18th century European laws.
No matter your Aus Day views, ask yourself this
We all know the ongoing debate around Australia Day, but this year, no matter what your views, ask yourself this one question.
Disturbing figures behind Australia Day plea
For some Australians, January 26 marks the day the “journey to our modern Australia began”. But for our Indigenous peoples, it signifies something else entirely.
Pic that proves big Australia Day myth
To many, Australia Day is sacred, but this photo shows the hypocrisy around the date debate and why it’s not what it seems.
Dirty truth Australians can no longer ignore
Australia, we’ve always believed in a fair go. Now it’s time to take a good hard look at ourselves, and make some tough decisions.
The truth about Australia Day exposed
Many are horrified at the idea of moving Australia Day but the truth about our national celebration might surprise you.
Things you can’t do this Wednesday
Not sure what’s OK to do on January 26? First Nations people share how can you spend the public holiday respectfully.
Difficult ‘talk’ Aussies need to have
While more and more Aussies no longer recognise January 26 as a day of celebration, here’s how to have “the talk” with someone who still doesn’t get it.
Has Australia Day always been on the 26th?
It’s an Aussie tradition that many are reluctant to give up but the truth is celebrating Australia Day on January 26 is a fairly recent event.
Two words that inflame Australians
Australians’ attitudes towards changing the date of Australia Day are evolving and more people are willing to consider a different day. Have your say.
Why do we celebrate Australia Day?
January 26 – it’s one of Australia’s most divisive days. And while there are differing interpretations of what it means to celebrate it, the origin of the date is indisputable.
New public holiday Australia needs
As momentum gains to change the date of Australia Day, here are some alternative dates that our national holiday could be celebrated.
The big ugly problem with Australia Day
Many people don’t see anything wrong with celebrating Australia Day on January 26 but this is why they are wrong.
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