Sunday, 27 January 2013

Australia Day

Australia Day is on January 26 and commemorates the establishment of the of the first settlement at Port Jackson, now part of Sydney, in 1788. It is an opportunity for Australian to come together to celebrate their country and culture.


The main symbols of Australia Day is the national flag, with its representations of the Union Jack, the Commonwealth Star and the five stars of the Southern Cross.





It is an official public holiday in every state and territory of Australia. With community festivals, concerts and citizenship ceremonies, the day is celebrated in large and small communities across Australia.


 We made our way down to Parramatta park first thing to see the Hot air balloons and join in the big breakfast.


For much of Australia history was founded on wool export.


I loved seeing the costumes to first settlers would have worn.



The end of the month is nearly here I hope you have been taking lots of photography for the Scavenger Hunt.  Made with love: Scavenger Hunt
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17 comments:

  1. haggiz27 January 2013 at 07:30

    Happy Australia Day! Julie x

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  2. oldthings27 January 2013 at 08:28

    It is so nice to celebrate your traditions and
    culture ! You must very pround for your country !
    Olympia

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  3. Rose Fern27 January 2013 at 18:24

    Such an informative posting, Greenthumb! Didn't know anything about it. Love the photos!

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  4. Anne27 January 2013 at 19:52

    My son and his family are emigrating to Perth in May this year so will be celebrating next Australia day over there.Looks fab and of course the weather makes for an enjoyable time outdoors.

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  5. bakebakegirl28 January 2013 at 03:16

    A lovely patriotic post - looks like you had a great Australia Day!

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  6. Patricia28 January 2013 at 05:49

    Thanks for sharing this. Enjoy your celebrations.
    Patricia x

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  7. Juliëtte28 January 2013 at 06:44

    I love Australia!

    Kisses, Juliëtte

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  8. Down by the sea28 January 2013 at 07:43

    What a fun way of celebrating Australia Day. I love the way the photoshave captured your history.Sarah x

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  9. Julie28 January 2013 at 21:04

    Wonderful balloons and costumes. I remember celebrating Australia day the year we lived in Melbourne when I was little. Juliex

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  10. bobbi28 January 2013 at 23:25

    Happy Australia day! I Think we should learn from you here in Italy. we don't do much on our day!

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  11. Sopa Azul29 January 2013 at 01:14

    I liked the costumes!! It's a nice way to celebrate Australia Day. x

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  12. Erna29 January 2013 at 07:39

    Happy Australia day, I never even knew about this day..Thanks for sharing the pictures...
    I looks a lot like our Queensday in April, fun and laughter...
    Hugs
    Erna xx

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  13. Dawn30 January 2013 at 01:02

    Great to see how you celebrate your country's special day.

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  14. Anna30 January 2013 at 04:32

    Looks like a very fun and colorful day! A great day to have the camera out :)

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  15. trish30 January 2013 at 05:47

    Looks like a wonderful day.xxx

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  16. Diane31 January 2013 at 19:10

    I love days like this - totally unique to your country = great photos too. xxxx

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  17. Paula3 February 2013 at 04:03

    Hope you had a great day. I enjoyed looking through your colourful photos.

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