The local council in Sydney will vote next week on a proposal to change the way January 26 is marked to better reflect the views of Indigenous Australians.
Mayor Darcy Byrne said the move reflects more contemporary attitudes on the tone of the day, considering the views of many Indigenous Australians who view the day as one of mourning and invasion.
"There's no need for the community to lose anything but there is a more mature and respectful way for our Council to mark the day," he said
