NITV Radio News - 20/01/2026

AUSTRALIA DAY CANBERRA

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese with new citizens and Australians of the Year at a National Citizenship and Flag Raising Ceremony in Canberra, Monday, January 26, 2026. (AAP Image/Mick Tsikas) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / MICK TSIKAS/AAPIMAGE

Anthony Albanese has welcomed the nation's newest citizens ahead of ceremonies across the country.


Australia's Local Hero for 2026 is Indigenous construction leader, Frank Mitchell, whose four companies collectively employ over 200 people.

Protests are planned for cities around the nation, as the country remains divided on whether to change the date of Australia Day from January 26.

Victoria Police are searching for a 12 year old boy identified as Danny, who went missing on Sunday while swimming at Venus Bay.

That and more in the news on NITV Radio.


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