26th January commemorates the landing of the First Fleet in 1788 in Sydney Cove. Therefore, it is a public holiday for Aussie citizens. We also must take into account indigenous cultures who often do not see this as a day to celebrate,

As we are part of the Buick car club, we take part in the RACV display bringing our 1982 Riviera to the gardens. With milder weather setting in, there were countless classic cars to peruse. Some of my favourites were

1929 Pierce Arrow which always reminds me of the Robert Lowell poem, Grandparents.

Our Buick

even teddy got a ride!

there were some quirky exhibits….

No Australia Day is complete without the local wildlife: possums, dingoes and snakes

Government House is open today for those who wish to view its splendour and for me that was the magnificent magnolia!

No doubt we live in a vast land of many contrasts and today’s outing was no different. What did you do for Australia Day or how do you commemorate your national day?