Western Australia Day 2023: Western Australia Day commemorates the day in 1829 when British captain Charles Fremantle established the Swan River Colony by claiming Western Australia for the British Empire. The day, which was once known as “Foundation Day,” was renamed so that all of Western Australia’s residents, including those from indigenous tribes, may celebrate it. The first Monday in June is WA Day, and this year it’s on the 5th.
Western Australia Day 2023: Activities
Attend a no-cost event
Mandurah, Bunbury, Albany, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Geraldton, Onslow, Newman, and Port Hedland are just few of the Australian cities where you may celebrate WA Day for free.
Supper of Honour
Awards given to outstanding Western Australians are a major highlight of WA Day. The Gala Dinner is available to those in the area, and those who can’t make it in person can watch it live online.
Show up at SOTA
Taking place in Elizabeth Quay on WA Day, SOTA is a live music festival showcasing a wide range of genres from alternative rock to Aussie hip-hop.
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Western Australia Day 2023: Significance
Western Australian of the Year Awards recognise exceptional achievement in the following fields: community, professions, sport and youth, aboriginal, community, and arts & culture. WA Day, as it is colloquially known, is a public holiday in Western Australia.
WA Day evolved from an event honouring the beginning of British colonisation to a day when all Western Australians are honoured, regardless of when they arrived in the state.
Listen to the official WA Day playlist at http://www.celebratewa.com.au/toolbox/. – including several timeless works that Western Australians are certain to adore.
Western Australia Day 2023: Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | June 7 | Monday |
| 2022 | June 6 | Monday |
| 2023 | June 5 | Monday |
| 2024 | June 3 | Monday |
| 2025 | June 2 | Monday |
