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Australia Day

Australia Day, 26 January, commemorates the arrival of the first fleet in Australia and is our official national day.

It is marked by the Order of Australia, the Australian of the Year Awards, and a variety of celebrations across the country.

Read about events hosted by the Queensland Government during the Australia Day celebrations on 26 January 2013.

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Last updated
20 May 2013

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