Every year, Australia Day – or Invasion Day – forces a difficult conversation about those left behind, and what role everyone can play in finding a way forward.

The first “Australia Day” was actually held on July 30, 1915, to raise funds for the World War I effort. Australia Day was first celebrated on July 30, 1915. Picture: Supplied.

As a historical figure, he is often associated with Australia Day, held on January 26, to commemorate the arrival of the First Fleet in Australia in 1788. ...