Exploring all sides of Australia Day

For many people, Australia Day is about celebrating the values, freedoms and pastimes of this country. Not for all.

Artist and Pitjantjatjara man Yadjidta David Miller looks on as his artwork is projected onto the sails of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day 2022. Source: AAP

For many of the First Australians, January 26th is a day of mourning, hurt and sorrow but also a day to honour the many Aboriginal warriors who fought and died while having to defend their lands and lives.  Kulasegaram Sanchayan explores.

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