Commemorating the raising of the Union Flag at Sydney Cove on January the 26th, 1788 by the very first European settlers of Australia, this holiday serves as the National Day of this country. Like many colonies of the British Empire, Australia's history has not always been rosy; thus the significance of this holiday has changed over time. Currently, it aims to emphasize the diverse cultural landscape of the nation and to promote a sense of community.
If I recall, we do have Australians on this site. If so, I hope they're having a bloody ripppah of a time in their thongs (it's summer there now, right?) while puttin' some s̶h̶r̶i̶m̶p̶ prawn on the barbay and drinking anything besides Foster's. (Sorry, I'm not too familiar with Aussie slang. Learning it is hard yakka.)
Apparently, it's a beer stereotipically associated with Australia. Even though most Australians don't really like it. (I only know it exists because of the Simpsons.)
If I recall, we do have Australians on this site. If so, I hope they're having a bloody ripppah of a time in their thongs (it's summer there now, right?) while puttin' some s̶h̶r̶i̶m̶p̶ prawn on the barbay and drinking anything besides Foster's. (Sorry, I'm not too familiar with Aussie slang. Learning it is hard yakka.)
Anywhos, this post is much appreciated ^-^
Aussie Aussie Aussie!
G'day mate!