Blue September is a powerful month-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness about cancers that affect men. It’s a time to spotlight often-overlooked health issues, support those facing a diagnosis, and spark life-saving conversations across workplaces, schools, and communities. In Australia and beyond, this September movement encourages people to “go blue” for someone they love -...
Celebrate National Fairy Bread Day on November 24 with a sprinkle of nostalgia, joy, and community spirit. Discover the story and ways to join in.
Gravy Day on December 21 is a lighthearted celebration of this classic comfort food. Discover its warm traditions, history, and ways to join in the fun.
The National Sustainable Living Festival is Australia’s premier sustainability event, returning in 2026 for its 26th year. Spanning the entire month of February, the festival aims to inspire and provide solutions to the sustainability and climate challenges we currently face. With a diverse program of events, workshops, and presentations, the festival encourages individuals and communities...
National Stroke Week is an annual awareness campaign led by the Stroke Foundation in Australia. Scheduled for the first full week of August 2027, the week aims to educate Australians about stroke prevention, recognition, and response. The campaign emphasizes the importance of the F.A.S.T. test – Face, Arms, Speech, Time – to identify stroke symptoms...
Homelessness Week is a national annual event in Australia that aims to raise awareness of the impact of homelessness and the solutions needed to end it. In 2027, Homelessness Week will take place from Monday, 2 August to Sunday, 8 August 2027. Coordinated by Homelessness Australia, the week brings together homelessness services, community groups, and...
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, celebrated each year on August 4th, is an important day of recognition, reflection, and celebration dedicated to the youngest members of Australia’s First Nations communities. Initiated by the Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) in 1988, this special day honours the strength, resilience, and...
National Wattle Day is celebrated annually on September 1, marking the beginning of spring in Australia. This day honors the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha), Australia’s national floral emblem, symbolizing unity, resilience, and the rich biodiversity of the nation. In 2026, National Wattle Day falls on a Monday, offering Australians an opportunity to reflect on their...