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Australia Day 2024: All the ceremonies, celebrations and protests in pictures

Richard Wood and Josh Hohne

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Many Aussies will mark January 26 in different ways - from heading to the beach to attending reflection ceremonies.

Continue on to see how the day has played out around the nation, from protests to celebrations and commemorations. 

Attribution: Getty
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In Canberra, a "Sovereignty Day Rally" marched to the front of Parliament House.

Like many demonstrations around the country, supportors carried both the Aboriginal and Palestinian flags.

Attribution: The Sydney Morning Herald
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Marchers sat outside the front of Parliament House.

Attribution: The Sydney Morning Herald
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The front public doors of the entrance were locked as protestors milled about in the entrance.

Attribution: The Sydney Morning Herald
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The march continued despite the police presence outside Parliament House.

Attribution: The Sydney Morning Herald
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Across the country, families celebrated the warm weather and time off with a classic Australia Day spread.

Attribution: Nine
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While the heatwave discouraged many from venturing outdoors, the traditonal ferry race still went ahead on Sydney Harbour.

Attribution: Nine
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Elsewhere on the water, tall ships took to the seas displaying the naval heritage of the Australian colonies.

Attribution: Nine
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The usual sights were seen as families packed up for a day at the beach.

Attribution: Nine
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Warm weather made Australia's beaches irresistible for many around New South Wales.

Attribution: Nine
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