Australia Day Pub Quizzes

26th January

The History of Australia Day Australia Day is the official national day of Australia, celebrated 26th January. It celebrates the date of the landing of the First Fleet in Port Jackson in 1788, the unfurling of th British flag and the proclamation of British sovereignty. The fleet sought to establish a penal colony at Botany Bay, New South Wales, which had been previously explored by Captain James Cook. Now a national public holiday, the day is celebrated by civic celebrations, music concerts, parades, and the Prime Minister traditionally makes an address to the nation. The day is not without its controversies as some see Australia Day as a symbol of the adverse effects and treatment of the indiginous peoples of Australia. Australian Decor Australian motifs include kangaroos, surfers and cork hats. You might display Australian national flags or bunting. Australian Food A stereotypical food would be a bbq, featuring shrimps, prawn and seafoods. The more exotic may want to try kangaroo or ostrich meat!!! Australia Day Pub Quizzes Check out our selection of Australia Day quizzes and Australia Day Quiz Questions: Australia Day Picture Quizzes Other Themed Pub Quiz Nights Burns Night Quizzes Australia Day Quizzes Valentines Day Quizzes St Davids Day Quizzes St Patricks Day Quizzes Mothers Day Quizzes April Fools Day Quizzes St Georges Day Quizzes Easter Quizzes Europe Day Quizzes Fathers Day Quizzes Summer Quizzes American Independence Day Quizzes Bastille Day Quizzes Back To School Quizzes International Speak Like A Pirate Quizzes Columbus Day Quizzes Halloween Quizzes Bonfire Night Quizzes Rememberance Day Quizzes American Thanksgiving Quizzes St Andrews Day Quizzes Christmas Quizzes New Years Eve Quizzes