Australia Day: Public attitudes to January 26 are shifting, experts say
22 Jan, 2021 12:22 AM
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Aussie attitudes towards Australia Day are shifting, particularly among younger generations. Photo / News Corp Australia
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By: Ally Foster
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has previously described Australia Day, observed every January 26, as a chance for Australians from all walks of life, from all backgrounds to celebrate how far the country has come.
January 26, 1788, was the day the First Fleet of British convict ships arrived at Sydney Cove, Port Jackson, and founded the colony of New South Wales. Morrison said the day calls for Australians to be honest about the country s past failings while also still being able to recognise its achievements.