Culture & family life
While Aboriginal Australians arrived on the
continent over 60,000 years ago, modern Australia has its origins
in penal colonies, housing prisoners from England. In 1788, British
colonization brought the iconic ‘convict culture’ still referred to
today. It also instilled Christianity and sports such as rugby and
cricket, still loved today. More recently, decades of immigration
have combined British culture and ethnicities from all over the
world to create a unique multicultural society. War has also
affected the culture of this land, with the Australian and New
Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) legend creating a deep
sense of national pride. Australian culture is founded on family,
equality, humour, and enjoyment of life. These values are embraced
by the newcomers to Australia who continue to mold this great
country.
