Survival Day / Invasion Day / Day of Mourning
For many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, 26 January is a day of survival, mourning and resistance. Listen to Community-led events and perspectives.
Use our calendar to explore First Nations dates and plan learning, reflection and activities for your school or workplace.
For many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, 26 January is a day of survival, mourning and resistance. Listen to Community-led events and perspectives.
A national day supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health equity, marked by schools, workplaces and Communities.
A day to remember and acknowledge Stolen Generations survivors and descendants, and the continuing impacts of forced removal.
Marks the 1967 vote that changed two constitutional provisions relating to Aboriginal people. It enabled Commonwealth law-making and removed the exclusion from population counts, but did not grant voting rights or end discrimination.
From 27 May to 3 June, Australians learn about shared histories, cultures and achievements and consider how to take action towards reconciliation.
Honours Eddie Koiki Mabo and the 1992 High Court decision recognising native title and rejecting terra nullius.
A significant Torres Strait Islander observance marked through religious and cultural ceremonies across the Torres Strait and mainland Australia.
A national week celebrating and recognising the history, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Celebrates the strength, culture and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the role of family, Community and Country in their lives.
Marks the 1966 walk-off by Gurindji workers and families at Wave Hill, led by Vincent Lingiari, in the struggle for fair pay, better conditions and the return of their land.
A national celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, cultures and languages, led by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.
Marks the 1985 handback of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Anangu Traditional Owners.
Marks the 1986 address to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples at Blatherskite Park, Alice Springs.
Marks Paul Keating’s 1992 Redfern address at the launch of the International Year of the World’s Indigenous People.
A day within Harmony Week celebrating cultural diversity, inclusion, respect and belonging, alongside action to eliminate racism.
A national Catholic observance celebrating the spirituality, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholics.
A trauma-aware date for reflection on the 2023 referendum and continuing First Nations calls for justice, truth-telling and self-determination.
Honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander diggers, servicewomen, veterans and ex-servicepeople, including those who died in wars, conflicts and peace operations.
Remembers First Nations military service and those who defended Country and were killed during the frontier wars and other resistance.
Marks the first raising of the Aboriginal Flag on 9 July 1971 at a land rights rally in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, Adelaide.
Marks the 14 July 1995 proclamation of both the Aboriginal Flag and the Torres Strait Islander Flag as Flags of Australia.
Honours the Torres Strait Islander Flag designed by the late Bernard Namok Senior and officially presented to the people of the Torres Strait on 29 May 1992.
Marks the Island Coordinating Council’s adoption of Bernard Namok Senior’s Torres Strait Islander Flag design on 24 March 1992.
Remembers the 1939 Yorta Yorta walk-off from Cummeragunja and the continuing struggle for dignity, fair treatment and self-determination.
Marks the 2008 National Apology and the continuing responsibilities to Stolen Generations survivors, descendants and families.
Recalls the 1965 journey that challenged racial segregation in regional New South Wales and amplified Aboriginal demands for equal treatment.
Recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s leadership, knowledge and rights within the global day for gender equality.
Marks the final report signed in 1991 and continuing responsibilities for justice, safety, accountability and the prevention of deaths in custody.
Honours Aboriginal pastoral workers who began the 1946 Pilbara strike for fair pay, freedom and better conditions.
Marks the 1988 presentation of the Barunga Statement and its call for Aboriginal rights, self-determination and a treaty.
A global day recognising Indigenous peoples’ rights, cultures, knowledge and leadership, with local responsibilities for listening and action.
Honours Yolŋu advocacy through the 1963 bark petitions asserting connection to Country and challenging decisions made without their consent.
Marks Commonwealth recognition in 1994 and honours Australian South Sea Islander histories, cultures, contributions and continuing community advocacy.
Recognises Wangan and Jagalingou Cultural Custodians’ Waddananggu ceremony, begun in 2021 to practise culture and protect Country.
Celebrates Cathy Freeman’s 400-metre Olympic victory in Sydney and its enduring significance for Aboriginal sporting excellence and identity.
Celebrates Wiradjuri champion Evonne Goolagong’s first Wimbledon singles title in 1971, and her continuing contribution to opportunities for First Nations young people.
Marks the 1975 ceremony when Gough Whitlam handed a land lease to the Gurindji people through Vincent Lingiari, following years of struggle for land and justice.
Marks the UN’s adoption of the Declaration in 2007, recognising Indigenous peoples’ rights to self-determination, culture, language, lands and meaningful participation.
Honours William Cooper and the Australian Aboriginal League’s 1938 protest against Nazi persecution of Jewish people, an enduring example of First Nations leadership and solidarity.
Marks the 1988 introduction of Australia’s $2 coin and its Aboriginal Elder design, inviting learning about representation and the people and histories behind familiar national imagery.
Marks the first issue of the $50 polymer banknote featuring Ngarrindjeri writer, inventor and advocate David Unaipon on 4 October 1995.
Celebrates Kamilaroi and Bigambul artist Archie Moore’s kith and kin, which won the Golden Lion for Best National Participation for Australia at the 2024 Venice Biennale.
Marks Neville Bonner’s 1971 selection to the Senate, becoming the first Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person to be a member of Australia’s federal Parliament.
Marks Pat Dodson’s first Senate speech on 1 September 2016, bringing Yawuru perspectives and a long commitment to reconciliation, justice and representation into federal parliamentary debate.
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