Australia Gears Up for King Charles III’s ‘Birthday’ Celebration

Australia is gearing up to celebrate King Charles III’s ‘birthday’ this weekend, marking a long weekend with historical implications for the country’s independence. Despite Australians commemorating his ‘birthday’ for the second time, the significance of this public holiday goes beyond mere festivities, symbolizing the commencement of the Australian winter migration northward and reflecting on the nation’s identity and values.