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Proclamation Day in Australia refers to the day when South Australia was officially proclaimed a British province on December 28, 1836. The proclamation ceremony took place near the Old Gum Tree at Glenelg North in Adelaide.
Background: South Australia was colonized differently from other Australian regions, being planned and developed by a small group of individuals seeking to establish a colony based on principles of religious tolerance and progressive ideals.
Proclamation: Captain John Hindmarsh, who later became the first Governor of South Australia, read the proclamation which established government and laws in the province.
Commemorative Events: The most notable tradition associated with Proclamation Day is the formal ceremonies held at the Old Gum Tree where dignitaries gather to re-enact the reading of the proclamation.
Public Holiday: While it used to be a public holiday across South Australia, since 1994 only part of South Australia (the Adelaide trading district) observes Proclamation Day as a public holiday on December 28.
Community Gatherings: There are community gatherings, including picnics and family-oriented activities, which occur around this historic day.
Some residents use this day as an opportunity for rest and recreation due to its proximity to Christmas.
It is also an occasion for government officials and leaders to make speeches reflecting on state achievements and history.
Proclamation Day is specific to South Australia and should not be confused with other Australian states' founding days or similar observances like Australia Day.
