HashtagsCompiled on | #CleanUpAustraliaDay, #CleanUpAustralia |
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2025 Date | 2 March 2025 |
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Clean Up Australia Day in 2025 Clean Up Australia Day HistoryClean Up Australia Day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of reducing litter and keeping our environment clean. The observance encourages Australians to actively participate in community-driven cleaning initiatives, focusing on public spaces such as parks, waterways, beaches, bushlands, and city streets. The goal is to foster a sense of collective responsibility, promote sustainable environmental practices, and preserve the unique beauty of Australia's natural landscapes. The concept of Clean Up Australia Day originated in 1989 when an Australian solo yachtsman, Ian Kiernan, was inspired to take action after encountering polluted waters during an international sailing event. He organized the first Clean Up Sydney Harbour in 1989, which attracted over 40,000 volunteers and removed thousands of tonnes of litter from the harbour. In 1990, the event expanded nationwide, and it has since grown to involve millions of Australians, schools, businesses, and community groups each year. Clean Up Australia Day is observed through various scheduled clean-up events organized by local councils, schools, businesses, and environmental groups. Volunteers gather to collect litter, sort recyclables, and remove waste from public spaces, while learning about the environmental impact of litter and how to maintain a cleaner environment. Clean Up Australia Day typically takes place on the first Sunday of March each year. Top facts about Clean Up Australia Day
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