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With Australia increasingly uneasy about celebrating its national day, recognition of Indigenous people in the constitution has become a new flashpoint

Australians rally in support of Indigenous rights on the anniversary of the day the British colonial fleet arrived.

Australia Day is being marked by reflection and revelry, with events held across the nation from first light.

Australia Day and our official honours

“Australia Day”, January 26, brings an annual debate of whether celebrations should continue or be moved to a different date. This clash of views means Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to brace themselves every year for the annual influx of racism and hate on the streets, online and…

January 26 is a date that sparks mixed emotions in Australia. For some, it’s a day to celebrate all the good things about living in Australia. For others, it’s a painful reminder of the beginning of British colonisation and the dispossession of First Nations.

The Newcastle pair, who met through surf lifesaving 28 years ago, have been awarded Australia Day honours for their efforts to keep our beaches safe.

January 26 is a ridiculous national day for Australia Day, but it’s the one we’ve got, and we’re stuck with it.

Should we abolish Australia Day? Should we change the date? What would be a more appropriate celebration of being Australian?