Early in September Australia commemorated two of its national symbols. September 1 was National Wattle Day, in recognition of Australia’s national floral emblem, the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha).

Australia has a compelling story to tell as an independent and incredibly successful country. Yet its current flag doesn’t reflect this.

In the centre of retired farmer Kev Jackwitz's neatly kept front lawn is a monument to childhood memories of yearning for peace. Mr Jackwitz, 88, said he could remember thousands of World War II ...

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