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After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

110 years ago this week, Anzac Day was held for the first time. It has been observed annually ever since. Subscribe now for unlimited access. Login or...

24.04.2026 10

The Examiner

Nicole Townsend

After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

110 years ago this week, Anzac Day was held for the first time. It has been observed annually ever since. Subscribe now for unlimited access. Login or...

24.04.2026 10

Canberra Times

Nicole Townsend

After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

After 110 years of Anzac Days, new research shows Australians remain convinced of its importance

While most Australians agree Anzac Day is an important national occasion, far fewer actually engage in related activities.

24.04.2026 10

The Conversation

Nicole Townsend

Should the parliament decide if Australia goes to war?

As the war in Iran heads into its second month, the conflict has escalated rapidly. The effects are being felt around the world, and there is no clear...

01.04.2026 20

The Examiner

Nicole Townsend

Should the parliament decide if Australia goes to war?

As the war in Iran heads into its second month, the conflict has escalated rapidly. The effects are being felt around the world, and there is no clear...

01.04.2026 20

Canberra Times

Nicole Townsend

Should the parliament decide if Australia goes to war?

As it stands, the power to commit Australian troops to war is with the executive government. But many think it should be done with parliamentary vote.

01.04.2026 10

The Conversation

Nicole Townsend

The damaged Gaza War Cemetery highlights ongoing risk to soldier graves in conflict zones

The destruction of war graves in Gaza has rightly received global attention. But this isn’t the first time Commonwealth war dead have been dragged...

13.02.2026 80

The Conversation

Nicole Townsend

New research shows WWII dominates Australians’ knowledge of military history. But big gaps remain

A new national survey shows the second world war dominates Australians’ understanding of their military history, but knowledge is limited to the...

15.08.2025 10

The Conversation

Nicole Townsend