Modern Australian

First reconciliation, then a republic – starting with changing the date of Australia Day

  • Written by Maggie Walter, Pro Vice Chancellor (Aboriginal Research and Leadership) and Professor of Sociology, University of Tasmania
First reconciliation, then a republic – starting with changing the date of Australia DayChanging the date of Australia Day is the first tiny step for Australia to begin the reckoning with its origins.AAP/Dan Peled

As the debate continues over whether Australia Day should be celebrated on January 26, this series looks at the politics of some unresolved issues swirling around Australia Day – namely, the republic and...