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What's the Australian Christmas tradition?

Australian Christmas tradition

Christmas is a Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25th. While it's still observed as a religious holiday by many, many other Australians don't observe the religious aspect and see the holiday as a way to get together with family and friends, exchange presents and feast.


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By Madhura Seneviratne, Audrey Bourget

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Christmas is a Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25th. While it's still observed as a religious holiday by many, many other Australians don't observe the religious aspect and see the holiday as a way to get together with family and friends, exchange presents and feast.



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