
Australia Day, January 26 2025: guide
ABC concert features Dragon, Paulini, Ben Lee, Sheppard, while NITV showcases stories from the world’s oldest living continuous culture.
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ABC:
Saturday January 25
7:30pm Australian of the Year 2025
The Prime Minister will present four prestigious awards: The Australian of the Year, The Young Australian of the Year, The Senior Australian of the Year and Australia’s Local Hero 2025 Leigh Sales hosts the Australian of the Year Awards, live from Canberra. The Prime Minister will present four prestigious awards: The Australian of the Year, The Young Australian of the Year, The Senior Australian of the Year and Australia’s Local Hero 2025. Includes a live performance by singer and songwriter, Dami Im.
Sunday January 26
9am Australia Day: National Citizenship Ceremony 2025 (Simulcast on ABC News)
From the shores of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Governor General Sam Mostyn and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attend the National Citizenship and Flag Raising Ceremony. Hosted by Nate Byrne.
6:55pm Governor-General’s Australia Day Message 2025
7:30pm Australia Day Live
Performances by Dragon, Paulini, Ben Lee, Sheppard and more.
A spectacular concert staged on land and water as the sun sets on our national day, Australia Day Live is an unmissable celebration of music, lights and dazzling fireworks to entertain the nation. Set against the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge backdrop, the night turns to magic as the audience experiences live musical performances choreographed to a flotilla of yachts and watercraft. Viewers will be inspired as the heart of Sydney lights up with striking imagery on the Sydney Opera House sails and stunning pyrotechnics over the harbour. Once again, an all-star line-up of Australian artists are set to entertain with powerful renditions of iconic Aussie hits. You’ll meet much-loved characters and hear stories that reflect the diversity of our cultures, lifestyles and the quirkiness that makes our country so special. Hosted by Jeremy Fernandez, John Foreman AM and Megan Burslem, Australia Day Live is a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings us all together to sing, laugh, dance and have fun.
NITV
Tanya Denning-Orman, a proud Birri and Guugu Yimidhirr woman and SBS Director of Indigenous Content, said: “January 26 is a moment that connects the past to the present as Australians increasingly reflect on the history and complexity of this date for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and contemporary Australia.
“Through our distinctive programming and coverage across NITV and the entire SBS network we’re proud to be presenting unapologetically Blak perspectives, showcasing stories of strength and survival, and providing an opportunity for all Australians to connect with the world’s oldest living continuous culture.”
Sunday January 26
7:30am Wugulora 2025 (simulcast on SBS)
WugulOra means “One Mob” in the Gadigal language and is a celebration of the culture of the Gadigal peoples of the Eora Nation, told through dance, song and storytelling. WugulOra provides a reflective start to January 26, serving as a reminder that Aboriginal people are caretakers of the world’s oldest continuous living culture and the foundation of Australia’s story.
12pm NITV News Update: Day 26 2025
Ongoing reporting and insights into the day’s events from every state and territory. January 26 coverage will be led by NITV News presenter and NITV Head of Indigenous News and Current Affairs, Natalie Ahmat, a proud Mudburra and Wagadagum woman, supported by NITV journalists across the country.
4:32pm Sounds Of Solidarity – January 26th 2025
Sounds of Solidarity is back for a special January 26 episode. Brought to you on location in Darwin with special guest hosts Megan Waters, Naomi Wenitong and Nooky.
5:30pm NITV News Special: Day 26 (simulcast on SBS)
Reporting and insights into the day’s events from every state and territory. January 26 coverage will be led by NITV News presenter and NITV Head of Indigenous News and Current Affairs, Natalie Ahmat.
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