Australia day


Introduction and origin –

Australia celebrates their national day on 26 January with a public holiday.  It is official day of Australia. It marks the arrival of the First Fleet of British Ships at Port Jackson, New South Wales on that date in 1788, and the raising of the Flag of Great Britain by Captain Arthur Phillip. Australia day eventually became a National public holiday in 1994.Australia Day is a day to reflect, respect and celebrate the Australian spirit. It is about celebrating the values, freedoms and pastimes of the country.

Ways of celebration –

Australians takes part in spectacular firework displays, celebrate the day with food and drink. Australia Day is celebrated with BBQ. Grilled sausages and steaks are always a hit. Friends and family members cook their favorite Aussie dishes. Australians also head out for Public events like, concerts sports, matches and parades. Beach picnic is always an option for Australians to celebrate this day.

How kids celebrate Australia day?

Kids showcase their Aussie love by doing Australia-themed decorations. Crafts are a hit with kiddos, they decorate paper boomerangs, make a mini didgeridoo out of long cardboard tube, design Australian flags. Frisbee is always a centre of attraction for the kids. Singing patriotic songs like National anthem, Down under or True blue is Highlight for the kids on Australia day celebration.

Books on Australia day

·         Why I love Australia? (link)

·         Letters from Melbourne  (link)

·         Aussie year   (link)

·         Alphabetical Sydney  (link)

·         Are we there yet?  (link)

 

Quotes on Australia day

·         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 about as far away as you can get. I like that. Andre Benjamin

·         Now, I know that there are some Aboriginal people who aren’t happy with Australia Day. For them it remains Invasion Day. I think a better view is the view of Noel Pearson, who has said that Aboriginal people have much to celebrate in this country’s British Heritage.- Tony Abbot

·         It's definitely different in the States. Americans are much different people compared to us. We're much more laid back. I itch to get back to Australia every summer because it's so fast paced there and so stressful.- Andrew Bog

 

 

Gifts Ideas on Australia day –

·         Kangaroo plush toy (link)

·         Calendar of Cakes Cookbook(link)

·         Koala plush toy (link)

·         Lapel Pin - Australian Flag (link)

·         Australia Flag Gift Bags(link)

 

 

Ways to wish on Australia day –

·         Happy Australia day

 

·         I hope you relax, have fun and feast with your loved ones as we all come together to celebrate another year of making our nation a better place to be, Happy Australia day

 

·         Wishing you a truly exciting Foundation Day.

·         Wishing you and your family a fun-filled and an unforgettable Australia Day.

·         Let us never forget all the brave souls who gifted this amazing nation to us and always respect all of their sacrifices. Happy Australia Day. 

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