Monuments in Australia Are Vandalized to Protest National Day
The vandalism unfolded in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. Australia Day is a divisive holiday that critics see as a symbol of racism and oppression.
How Aussies are celebrating Australia Day
As 15,000 New Citizens are sworn in on Australia Day, millions of residents are firing up the barbecues and catching rays on the beach to celebrate the national holiday.
Monuments defaced as Australians protest, celebrate national day
Two historic statues were damaged in Melbourne ahead of Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, with tens of thousands of people across the country joining protests in support of Aboriginal groups who say the date is not one to cheer.
Protests in Australia on ‘Invasion Day’
As Australia Day was celebrated around the country on Sunday there were also protests against what organisers called "Invasion Day", referring to the day Aboriginal people say they lost their land.
Indigenous Rights Activists Protest On Australia Day
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.
Monuments defaced as Australia Day protests ramp up
Two historic statues were damaged in Melbourne ahead of Australia Day celebrations on Sunday where tens of thousands across the country are expected to join protests in support of Aboriginal people who say the date is not one to celebrate.
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Australia’s only women’s sport bar closed on New Year’s Day
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What's open and closed on MLK Day and Inauguration Day 2025?
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Woolworths backflips on woke Australia Day merchandise ban - but there is still only one item you'll be able to buy in store
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Australia Day merchandise to be sold at Woolworths in 2025 after causing outrage when it stopped selling themed products
“While we did make changes to our merchandise range last Australia Day due to decline in demand in our stores, we listened and recognised that many customers and teams wanted us to do more to ...
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What's open on New Year's Day 2025? Here are open stores, restaurants and fast-food chains.
The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year's Day, which is a federal holiday, you'll find that many retailers will be open ...