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.
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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.
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