Australia Day
Australia Day is a national holiday in Australia. Each year, Australians commemorate the day that their country was established as a British colony in 1788. The first governor of New South Wales, John Robert Cove, arrived in Sydney Cove on this date and raised the first-ever Union Jack flag.
When you think of Australia, you immediately think of kangaroos and koala bears. You may also think of the Sydney Opera House or the Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is also on display. Movies like Crocodile Dundee or Finding Nemo may come to mind. However, Australia and the Australians are much more than that.
Here are some surprising facts about this nation, which is also one of our seven continents.
- The population of Australia is 24.6 million people
- Australia is the 6th largest nation in the world, ranking 6th in the world's sixth largest nation
- Australia is almost the same size as mainland USA in terms of mainland Australia's mainland USA
- 16,000 people have registered as Australian citizens this year. Every year, 16,000 people have become Australian citizens
- More snow fell on the Australian Alps than the Swiss Alps, according to the Australian Alps
- The coast of Australia is home to 90 percent of Australians
- Fraser Island in Australia, the world's biggest sand island, is the world's largest sand island
- Over 10,000 beaches in Australia There are over 10,000 beaches
- Over 1 million camels have gathered in Australia's deserts, home to over 1 million camels
- Some of Australia's camels are exported to the Middle East by exporting some of their camels.
- Over 300 different languages and dialects are spoken in Australia. Over 300 different languages and dialects exist
- Australia is home to the world's longest golf course, which is 850 miles long
- In Australia, there are over 60 distinct wine regions
With all the amazing things, it's no wonder Australians adore their country.
How to celebrate #australiaday.
This day is a freedom celebration. It's also a day to celebrate Australia's land, people, and cultural diversity. Various events are held around the country by the state government. Families gather to watch parades and enjoy several other fun-filled activities. Many will dress in the Australian flag, fire up the Barbie (BBQ), spend time on the beach, watch fireworks, and wear the Australian flag.
With #AustraliaDay, you can post this day on social media. #AustraliaDay is a hashtag that can be used on social media.
Australia Day is the day of australia's history
During the 1800s, Australia Day was often referred to as First Landing Day or Foundation Day. Captain Matthew Flinders, the continent's circumnavigator, suggested that it be named Australia in 1817. Governor Macquarie declared Australia Day an official public holiday one year later.. The Australian colonies established the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. In 1984, Australians were no longer British subjects, and they no longer were British subjects. Advance Australia Fair was replaced as the Queen's national anthem, replacing God Save the Queen with Advance Australia Fair. In 1988, Sydney became the center of Australia Day activities. Today, Australia Day is one of the country's biggest holidays.
