Australia is a nation made up of diverse communities, and as we approach Australia Day 2022, we can reflect on our hardworking and often pragmatic attitude regarding our approach to life.
We have always rallied together within our communities during challenging times and celebrated our victories.
We move into 2022 with renewed hope and appreciation for what makes us Australian; our sense of community, respect and value for each other.
Over the years there has been debate about the celebration of Australia Day and its significance within our multicultural community.
Our cultural identity has been shaped by our Indigenous people and I am proud of how we can choose to move forward together and continue to be represented by our culturally diverse community in everything we hold important.
I look forward to sharing Australia Day with our new citizens who have come from far and wide and chosen to call Australia home.
Thank you for contributing and being part of the Australian identity by sharing your culture with us.
I acknowledge the history of our country and how it has been shaped by those who have been before us, by the people who are here now and those who will be there for our future, as we reflect on Australia Day as a nation inspired by many cultures.
Brad Battin,
Liberal State MP for Gembrook.
