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On 26 January, in all corners of our nation, Australians come together at hundreds of events hosted by councils and local community groups to reflect, respect and celebrate with their communities.

Australia Day is an opportunity to reflect on our complete and complex history and understand that acknowledging and reconciling our past helps lay a path to a stronger future. We respect and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ survival, resilience and over 65,000 years of continuous culture. 

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A State Memorial Service for the Honourable Nick Bolkus will take place at 11.00 am on Thursday 22 January 2026 in the Allan Scott Auditorium, Hawke Building, Adelaide University, 55 North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia.

In 1980, Mr Bolkus was elected to Federal Parliament as a senator for South Australia. He later served as a Cabinet Minister in the Hawke and Keating governments. From 1988 to 1996, Mr Bolkus held the following appointments: 

• Minister for Consumer Affairs
• Minister Assisting the Treasurer for Prices
• Minister for Administrative…

The Prime Minister has announced a National Day of Mourning on Thursday, 22 January 2026, to honour the victims and all those impacted by the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. The theme that the Chabad Community in Bondi has chosen is ‘Light will win, a gathering of unity and remembrance’.

Australians are invited to observe a minute of silence at 7:01pm AEDT and to leave a candle on their doorstep or window. National institutions in Canberra and New South Wales will be illuminated on the evening of Thursday, 22 January. Institutions around Australia are encouraged to…

A State Funeral Service for the Honourable Ron Boswell AO will take place at 10.00 am on Friday 16 January 2026 in the Cathedral of St Stephen, 249 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Queensland.

From 1999 to 2003 under the Howard government Mr Boswell held the appointment of Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Transport and Regional Services.

From 1990 to 2007 Mr Boswell was the Leader of the Nationals (formally National Party) in the Senate. 

Mr Boswell retired from politics in 2014.

In 2020, Mr Boswell was made an Officer of the Order of Australia for…

The Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister, in conjunction with the Hon Chris Minns MP, Premier of New South Wales, have announced a National Day of Reflection will be held on Sunday, 21 December 2025 to honour the victims of the horrific terrorist attack at Bondi Beach and to stand in solidarity with the Jewish community.

The National Day of Reflection will be observed on the final day of Chanukah, a time traditionally associated with light, faith and resilience, making the loss felt by the Jewish community even more profound.

People across the country are invited to light a…

The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for Allan Moffat OBE will take place at 11.30 am on Tuesday, 16 December 2025 at Melbourne Town Hall, 90/130 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria.

Allan Moffat lived an extraordinary life as one of Australia’s most influential and internationally recognised sporting icons. 

Born in Canada, he moved to Australia as a teenager and soon embarked on a career that redefined motorsport. A four-time Australian Touring Car Champion and four-time Bathurst winner, he was the…

At the request of the Prime Minister, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, flags across Australia are to be flown at half-mast to honour the victims of the tragic events at Bondi Beach, Sydney, on 14 December 2025. 

As a mark of mourning and respect and in accordance with protocol, the Australian National Flag should be flown at half-mast on Monday, 15 December 2025 from all buildings and establishments occupied by Australian Government departments and affiliated agencies. Other organisations are welcome to participate.

• When flying the Australian…

A State Funeral Service for the Honourable Graham Richardson AO will take place at 11.00 am on Tuesday, 9 December 2025 at St Mary’s Cathedral, College Street, Sydney, New South Wales.

In 1983, Mr Richardson was elected to Federal Parliament as a senator representing New South Wales. He served as a Cabinet minister in the Hawke and Keating governments. From 1987 to 1994, Mr Richardson held numerous ministerial positions across various portfolios, including as Minister for the Environment and the Arts, before resigning from politics in 1994.

In 2020, Mr Richardson was appointed…

The NSW Premier’s Department advises that a State Funeral for Mr John Laws CBE will take place at 1:30pm on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 at St Andrew’s Cathedral, corner of George and Bathurst Street, Sydney, NSW.

The Funeral will provide an opportunity to celebrate the life of John, a towering figure in Australian radio whose voice resonated across the nation for more than seven decades. 

Details regarding the service and online condolences are available on the NSW Government…

Remembrance Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, commemorating those who died or suffered while serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations.

On Remembrance Day, 11 November 2025, Australian Government departments and agencies are asked to observe the protocol to fly the Australian National Flag at half-mast to remember the sacrifice of all those who have died for Australia. Other organisations are welcome to participate.

The Australian National Flag should be flown at the peak from approximately 8:00 am (local time) …