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"We will not celebrate rape, theft and murder on January 26."

Objections to the date of Australia Day persist, but this year opposition to the voice bubbled to the fore

Thousands of Australians marked the country's national day celebrations on Thursday with rallies in support of Indigenous people, many of whom describe the anniversary of the day a British fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour as "Invasion Day".

Australia Day celebrations moved away from the centre of Melbourne but an Invasion Day rally is expected to draw a big crowd to the CBD.

Sydneysiders are celebrating a sunny Australia Day but thousands have also rallied for Indigenous causes amid calls for the abolition of the national holiday.

Australia Day is being marked by reflection and revelry, with events held across the nation from first light.

Australia Day and our official honours

“Australia Day”, January 26, brings an annual debate of whether celebrations should continue or be moved to a different date. This clash of views means Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to brace themselves every year for the annual influx of racism and hate on the streets, online and…

January 26 is a date that sparks mixed emotions in Australia. For some, it’s a day to celebrate all the good things about living in Australia. For others, it’s a painful reminder of the beginning of British colonisation and the dispossession of First Nations.