Dawn Reflection
Highlights
- Experience the dawn at Circular Quay as the first light illuminates Sydney's iconic Opera House.
- Pause and reflect on Australia Day with First Nations artwork projected onto a world-renowned canvas.
- Gather with the community in Circular Quay to honour the traditional custodians of the land.
- Witness a powerful display that invites all to remember and celebrate our shared history.
Barabiyanga. In the words of the ancient Eora people, these are the precious moments before the first rays of light paint the shores of our island home.
Australia Day in Sydney starts with a reflective moment in Circular Quay to honour the nation’s traditional custodians and witness First Nations artwork projected onto the world’s most iconic canvas, the Sydney Opera House.
Everyone is welcome to pause, reflect and remember by viewing this powerful display from vantage points around Sydney Harbour.
Stay tuned for 2027 event details.
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