Featured Events Australian Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony - Canberra Chair of the National Australia Day Council Adam Gilchrist was the host officer at the national Australia Day flag raising and citizenship ceremony in Canberra on Australia Day 2012. View the photo gallery Australia Celebrates Live! Australia Celebrates Live rocked the lawns of Parliament House on Wednesday 25 January with live performances from INXS, Sneaky Sound System, Spiderbait, Potbeeleez and Katie Noonan and the Captains. View the photo gallery
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Who makes you proud? Each year our nation celebrates the achievement and contribution of eminent Australians through the Australian of the Year Awards. Read more
Aussie Clue Cracker The Aussie Clue Cracker is a digital education resource which explores 24 national days, weeks, symbols and emblems. Learn more
Affirmations Reciting the Australian Citizenship Affirmation on Australia Day articulates our common commitment to our country. Read more
Australia Day 2012 Achievement Medallion Recipients Australia Day medallions are a particularly special way of recognising staff contribution to Australia. Many projects, large and small, impact our nation every day. See the full list of recipients