
Yes, Let’s Change Australia Day to Australia Week – Including a Reflection Day for Our Past
Every year, Australia Day ignites passionate debates about its meaning, its date, and its inclusivity. While some see January 26 as a day of national pride, for others—particularly Indigenous Australians—it is a day of mourning that marks the beginning of British colonization and the long-lasting consequences that followed. Instead of changing or abolishing the day, we propose a more holistic solution: extend Australia Day into a week-long celebration from January 20 to January 26, with each day dedicated to different aspects of our nation’s identity and history. Among these days, one should be specifically dedicated to reflecting on the arrival of...
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