National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day
Held on 4 August each year to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the role of culture, family and community in their lives.
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- Australia
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OrganiserSNAICC
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First held1988
About the day
SNAICC, the national voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, established the day in 1988. The date was used as a shared birthday for Stolen Generations children who did not know their real birth dates.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 4 August 2027 | Australia | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 4 August 2028 | Australia | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 4 August 2029 | Australia | Same date every year |
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