Australia Day 1948

Monday, 26 January 1948

Australia Day is the national day of Australia, observed on 26 January; the date is also marked by some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as a day of mourning, survival, and reflection on colonisation.

Frequently asked questions

When is Australia Day 1948?
Australia Day 1948 is on Monday, 26 January 1948.
What day of the week is Australia Day 1948?
It falls on Monday.
How is Australia Day calculated?
This event is observed every year on 26 January.