Australia Day
On January 26th, Australians commemorate the day their country was established as a British colony in 1788. The first governor of New South Wales, Andrew Cove, arrived in Sydney Cove on this date and raised the first-ever Union Jack flag.
If you think of Australia, you'd probably think of kangaroos and koala bears. You might also consider the Sydney Opera House or the Great Barrier Reef. Movies such as Crocodile Dundee or Finding Nemo may come to mind. However, Australia and Australia are much more than that..
Several surprising facts about this country, which is also one of our seven continents, are included here.
- Australia's population is estimated at 24.6 million people
- Australia is the world's sixth largest nation. Australia is the world's sixth largest nation
- Australia is about the same size as mainland USA in terms of mainland Australia
- Every year 16,000 people become Australian citizens. Every year 16,000 people become Australian citizens
- The Australian Alps get more snow than the Swiss Alps. The Australian Alps get more snow than the Swiss Alps
- Nine out of every Australians live on the coast. About 80% of Australians live on the coast
- raser Island in Australia, the world's biggest sand island, is the world's largest sand island
- In Australia, there are over 10,000 beaches
- More than 1 million camels have gathered in the Australian deserts, home to over 1 million camels
- Australia exports some of their camels to the Middle East, and Australia exports some of their camels to the Middle East
- In Australia, there are over 300 different languages and dialects. Over 300 different languages and dialects exist
- Australia is home to Australia's longest golf course, which is 850 miles long
- In Australia, there are over 60 distinct wine regions. There are over 60 wine regions
Australians adore their country because of all the amazing things. With all these amazing things, it's no wonder Australians love their country.
How to celebrate #australiaday..
This day is the liberation of the United States. It's also a day to commemorate Australia's land, people, and cultural diversity. Many events are held throughout the country by the state government. Families gather to watch parades and many other fun-filled activities. Many will fire up Barbie (BBQ), spend time on the beach, watch fireworks, and wear the Australian flag.
iaDay is a hashtag that can be used on social media to commemorate this day. #AustraliaDay is a hashtag that can be used on social media.
Australia Day is the day of australia's history.
Australia Day was often referred to as First Landing Day or Foundation Day during the 1800s. Captain Matthew Flinders, the continent's circumnavigator, suggested that it be named Australia in 1817.. Governor Macquarie declared Australia Day a national holiday a year later. In 1901, the Australian colonies established the Commonwealth of Australia. Years later, in 1984, Australians officially became British subjects. They replaced God Save the Queen with Advance Australia Fair as their national anthem. In 1988, Sydney continued to be the center of Australia Day activities. Today, Australia Day is one of the country's most popular holidays.
