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The Untold Woman’s Contribution to Australia Day
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The Untold Woman’s Contribution to Australia Day

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Australian women played a crucial role in the first Australia Day on July 30, 1915, which aimed to support sick and wounded soldiers from World War I. Originally suggested by Ellen Wharton-Kirke, the day centered on fundraising for the Red Cross. Women's contributions towards Australia Day remain overlooked in historical narratives surrounding Australia Day and the Anzac story.