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Australian Cultural Traditions - Australian Cultural Traditions

Australian Cultural Traditions

17 March 202230 April 2022 Gamache Medieval FairCultural Fairs

Australia is full of tradition and culture, and as a multicultural country with a vast focus on aboriginal and indigenous traditions still being active within many celebrations, festivals, and events. The culture of Australia is centred around the enormous amount Read More

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    • Development of Australian Culture Throughout History
      Development of Australian Culture Throughout HistoryNews and ReviewsThe oldest surviving traditions and cultures globally are known as being of the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The ancestors are said to have inhabited Australia almost 60 000 years ago, living a hunter-gatherer lifestyle. The indigenous population in Australia is still growing, and in 2006 it was estimated that over 500 000 indigenous people were living in Australia. Languages Australian English is a wide variety of Australia’s languages with a major distinguishable difference from British and American English. The unique manner in which Australian English was crafted can be heard with the unique accents, pronunciations, idioms, vocabulary, and spelling are more associated with British English. Australian English is spoken by nearly 80% of the popularity, with Mandarin, Italian, and Arabic being among the other three most-spoken home languages. Humour Australia is well known for its humour in both entertainment and its identity. Mainly characterised as ironic, dry, and irreverent, it was exemplified by the works of performing artists like Barry Humphries and Paul Hogan. The style of humour famous for being Aussie humour was first established by anti-authoritarianism in the early colonial period. With a strong tradition of self-mockery, the humour is highly quirky and with characters such as Crocodile Dundee and The Castle. Even some cultural festivals showcase local comedians. Music Especially when looking at the Aboriginal culture, music has significant importance in Australian tradition. The Aboriginals are well known to be using famous wooden instruments such as the didgeridoo, especially in Northern Australia. Some of their most renowned pop stars include Kylie Minogue and Nick Cave. Some Aboriginal musicians have turned their hand to Western popular musical forms, with some achieving considerable commercial success, such as Lionel Rose and Jimmy Little. The aboriginal music and arts are celebrated so mainly that there is an annual celebration known as The Deadly Awards to thank Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders for their music, sports, and entertainment achievements. Cuisine and Beverages Australian cuisine mainly involves British and Indigenous origins with Mediterranean and Asian cultural influences. The country’s vast amount of quality mats provides barbecue as a cherished national tradition, with seafood also being one of Australia’s most widely enjoyed cuisines. These cultural points have been involved throughout history, with everything starting with the aboriginal communities still living the same hunter-gatherer lifestyle that they have been accustomed to for the past 60 000 years....
    • Indigenous Culture Festivals to Attend
      Indigenous Culture Festivals to AttendTickets and PromotionsWith the variety of cultures and languages spoken in Australia and the indigenous people known as Aboriginal Australians still being active, there are many festivals to join in order to witness some of the most interesting aspects of Australian cultures mixed with cuisines, music, and the spirit of the Aussies. The festivals on this list are all happening in 2022 and are focused solely on indigenous and aboriginal culture in Australia. Karijini Experience – April  Karijini Experience takes place each year during the month of April and is held on the traditional lands of the Banjima people. It’s a festival that covers all aspects of the community’s culture, including food, music, and art. The Karijini National Park is breathtaking and is usually spread over a 4-day program with over 50 events, including looking at the stars, film screenings, cultural walks, yoga, and cultural meditation. One of the most beneficial festivals to join when wanting to learn more about the Australian indigenous culture and communities. Barunga Festival – June The Barunga Festival is well known throughout the world as being a spectacular festival full of exciting learning activities and entertainment. The festival attracts roughly 4000 people each year, spanning worldwide. The attendees participate in the program held on the remote e community camp with music, traditional arts, cultural activities, sport, etc. The festival takes place over a long weekend, providing a great chance to get away for a new and exciting experience. Garma Festival – August Garma Festival happens during the month of August. It is hosted by the Yothy Yindi Foundation as one of the most Aboriginal festivals in Australia to experience their culture and traditions in dance, food, and more. For five days, anybody can join in to witness and take part in bushwalks, indigenous astronomy tours, outdoor galleries, and ceremonial dance. One pivotal moment of the festival is when local politicians join in to discuss current indigenous issues. These festivals are all dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the genuine and honest indigenous communities in Australia. Most of the indigenous festivals in Australia are widely acclaimed even by international cultural enthusiasts who strive to join in on the celebrations and visit the communities....
    • Interesting Facts About Australian Culture
      Interesting Facts About Australian CultureNews and ReviewsWith all the interesting factors that make up Australian culture and tradition, certain elements make it clear how strong culture and tradition are to Australians. They incorporate all the most important factors into their practice, including humour, entertainment, great food, and respect for their natives and heritage. These are some fun and interesting facts about Australian Culture. Australia’s Indigenous Groups are the Oldest Living Civilisation Australia’s aboriginal culture is believed to be the oldest on earth, with +-60000 years of activity on earth. The aboriginals are part of this group, and the Torres Strait Islander people have both been on the continent for more than 60 000 years. The culture they share with the land and commitment to family has long been part of Australian culture and tradition and shines through the heritage. Unique English As with the country, many animals, nature, and forests, their language can be seen as a particular strain of the English language Australian English is spoken by the majority of people in Australia, and the slang can be difficult to understand by non-Australians. The language has long been prominent within many circles and never unlearned with having true Aussie tradition. Exports An exciting yet not very well-known fact about Australia is that they export camels to Saudi Arabia. With the vast number of animals that are present in the country, camels are one of the most overpopulated. In fact, at their peak numbers, there were more than one million camels in Australia. The camels are being exported to Saudi Arabia, but the Garnet sand is also excellent for sandblasting and pressure cleaning. Invented the eight-hour workday The famous eight-hour workday didn’t just happen by itself. Most European countries adopted the eight-hour workday, which was first brought in by Australian stonemasons in 1856, who campaigned for a cap on working hours. Later on, Finland, Germany, and Poland took on the same policy. There are still many other interesting facts and knowledgeable topics within Australian culture to learn about. Many of the most important factors in Australian culture can be experienced in their cultural festivals....
    • Australian Cultural Traditions
      Australian Cultural TraditionsCultural FairsAustralia is full of tradition and culture, and as a multicultural country with a vast focus on aboriginal and indigenous traditions still being active within many celebrations, festivals, and events. The culture of Australia is centred around the enormous amount of different traditions and cultural groups that are native to Australia. With the multicultural richness, cultural events and festivals happen year-round to celebrate different aspects of Australian tradition and culture. Australia Day Australia day celebrated the finding and formation of Australia on January 26 when captain Arthur Phillips and 11 ships of British convicts arrived in New South Wales. Considered to be the national festival of Australia, it is celebrated with honour. The day celebrates the anniversary of the first fleet that reaches the Australian shores, with most of the celebration activities taking place at the Sydney Opera House. Tropfest Tropfest started in 1993 and has become a significant attraction for people from various cities in Australia. It’s seen as the largest film festival dedicated only to short films. Each festival screens for roughly 200 people at the Tropicana Caffe in Sydney. There are live screenings taking place for those who cannot attend. Melbourne International Comedy Festival With witty humour almost being engraved into the culture and being a known trademark within Australian tradition, the Melbourne International Festival comes as no surprise for tourists wanting to experience Australia’s humour. With this celebration, Melbourne transforms into the most prominent comedy venue every year during Mach and April. Vivid Sydney Australia’s festival of light and music. With Vivid Sydney, the city and its streets become an outdoor adventure of art and beauty. The roads get filled with light installations, projections, sculptures, and music performances at the Sydney Opera House. The festival usually happens during May and June for almost three weeks. Dreaming Festival Dreaming Festival is in close distance to Brisbane and held in the town of Woodford every June. The festival usually lasts up to 3 days. It is one of the most important cultural festivals that celebrate the indigenous culture with dancing, music, food, and historical lessons that showcase the tradition. These festivals are full of Australian spirit to celebrate traditions and culture. Tourists can experience the best local music, entertainment, cuisine, and culture with these festivals....

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