Is the Australia Day battle over?

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For as long as I can remember, the date of Australia Day has been a source of controversy, with ‘Invasion Day’ protests taking place year after year.

But recent polling from Resolve suggests that public opinion has shifted significantly toward the date remaining on the 26th of January.

According to Resolve, 68% of Australian voters believe the date for Australia Day should remain the 26th of January, with 16% stating that they were neutral or undecided on the issue and a further 16% in favour of changing the date.

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About the author
Tarric is an Australian freelance journalist and independent analyst who covers economics, finance, and geopolitics. Tarric is the author of the Avid Commentator Report. His works have appeared in The Washington DC Examiner, The Spectator, The Sydney Morning Herald, News.com.au, among other places.