Eylandt
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I have been watching the news regarding all of the arguments about what day Australia Day should be held on, as the aboriginals are saying that the 26th is Invasion day. Something that happened over 200 years ago the people of this generation cannot be held responsible for, We did not personally invade Australia and commit all of these horrible offenses. I understand that what our ancestors did was wrong and should have never happened, but we have no control over what happened 200 years ago and cannot be held responsible.
I dont think its a case of whom to blame, no one can help what happened back then but please take a moment to look on the other side of things. We celebrate the day settlement was made in Australia. They mourn the day their country was invaded.
The reason why Australians are so against changing it is the exact reason why Australians want it changed. Its almost ironic isnt it?