Australia Day protesters Mar. in Melbourne

Tens of thousands join Invasion Day rally as Melbourne marks Australia Day
Melburnians marked Australia Day in varied ways, some attending a protest advocating a change to the date and others enjoying the summer weather on a long weekend.Police were out in force around the CBD as tens of thousands of people marched through the streets at an Invasion Day rally and a few dozen staged a counter-protest in support of the day.
Protests and vandalism mark Australia Day
Two historic statues in Melbourne were vandalised ahead of Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, which are expected to see tens of thousands across the country participating in protests. These demonstrations support Aboriginal people who believe the date is not a cause for celebration.
Why Australia is protesting on its national day
January 26, Australia Day, sparks celebration and protest as it highlights the nation's colonial past and ongoing Indigenous injustices. Protests in c
Monuments defaced as Australians protest, celebrate national day
Two historic statues were damaged in Melbourne ahead of Australia Day celebrations on Sunday, with tens of thousands of people across the country joining protests in support of Aboriginal groups who say the date is not one to cheer.
Australia: Invasion Day parade moves through the streets of Melbourne
Thousands upon thousands gather and march in Melbourne on Invasion Day in solidarity with First Nations people in their struggle against the ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on their lives. The crowd is immense,
Australia Day’s reflections and celebrations get underway on the Opera House’s forecourt
In Sydney, the culmination of the day’s reflections and celebrations is about to get underway on the forecourt of the Opera House. Jeremy Fernandez is co-hosting tonight’s concert.
The ACT gathers at lake Burley Griffin to celebrate Australia Day 2025
Canberrans have gathered in strong numbers to mark Australia Day 2025. In one of the flagship events, two dozen Australians become citizens at the national ceremony on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin.
Protests Mark Australia Day as Aboriginal Groups Demand Justice and Recognition
Ahead of Australia Day on January 26, protests erupted across Australia, with tens of thousands rallying in support of Aboriginal groups who view the date as a symbol of colonization and mourning. In Melbourne,
Thousands protest 'Invasion Day' in Australia
Thousands of people protested Australia’s national day with ‘Invasion Day’ rallies in support of Indigenous Australians.
Here is how Western Australians celebrated Australia Day in 2025
Western Australians have marked Australia Day with a diverse range of events, from citizenship ceremonies to community gatherings. But there was also recognition of the complex feelings many people hold towards the day – with Indigenous elders appealing for unity and respect.
Monuments in Australia Are Vandalized to Protest National Day
The vandalism unfolded in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. Australia Day is a divisive holiday that critics see as a symbol of ...
Monuments defaced as Australia Day protests ramp up
Australia's national day on Jan 26 is a controversial date for Indigenous Australians. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Multiple monuments in Australia defaced to protest country’s National Day
Multiple monuments in Australia defaced to protest country’s National Day - The day is contentious as many Indigenous ...
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'Invasion Day' protesters who stormed the Melbourne's CBD reveal what they want flag waving Aussies to know about our national holiday
Anti-Australia Day protesters who stormed the Melbourne CBD, prompting police to shut down the city have issued a stern message to patriotic Aussies who celebrated January 26. Self-proclaimed ...
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Invasion Day rallies, new citizens and barbecues: Australia Day marked across the country
From celebrations large and small, to the thousands who became new citizens and tens of thousands of others who rallied for ...
Melbourne weather: Australia Day long weekend forecast, 42 degree scorcher on Monday
Victorians are set for a scorching hot end to the Australia Day long weekend before temperatures plummet back to the low 20s ...
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Australia Day 2025 as it happened: Neale Daniher named Australian of The Year, Citizenship ceremonies, BBQs and protests
Australia Day remains a complicated and divisive day for many, including Indigenous Australians, who were among the thousands ...