Every day should be a Day of Peace! The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire.

It’s Spring! The Spring Equinox marks the astronomical first day of spring. It is also the point in the calendar where the day length is more or less equal to the length of the night. In fact the word equinox is taken from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night) or "equal night". It is around this time of year that the clocks go forward making the evenings stay light and marking the beginning of summer time.

How's your heart? Join the Fight Against the World’s Biggest Killer. Go for a walk- eat your veggies - see your doctor for a check up. Visit the World Heart Federation website to find out more about cardio-vascular disease, and what's happening this World Heart Day.

Spin, hoop and dance the 1st Weekend of October! Get together with some mates and hula hoop to your hips' content! Raise some money and donate hula hoops to the next generation.

World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year and is recognized by the United Nations to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. The day is also intended to remind the world that everyone has the power and the responsibility to shape the future of towns and cities.

Source: https://www.habitat.org/volunteer/build-events/world-habitat-day

A day to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

World Food Day is an annual event which aims to raise awareness for global hunger. It also calls attention to other food-related issues, such as supply chain and production issues, and the quality of conditions for livestock. It’s one of the most widely-celebrated days in the UN’s calendar, and sees people across the world come together to help promote a more sustainable future, with food security for all.

Source: https://www.fao.org/world-food-day/en

World Teachers’ Day honours the dedication, hard work, and passion of teachers who play a crucial role in shaping the minds and futures of our children.

Source: https://worldteachersday.edu.au/

I love wearing odd socks - let's make odd socks not odd! When you get dressed this morning, find two socks without a friend and unite them on your feet!

World Kindness Day is an international observance on 13 November. It's a day just to be kind! Be kind to yourself, to your family, even your grouchy neighbour. It was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of nations' kindness NGOs. It is observed in many countries, including Canada, Australia, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. Singapore observed the day for the first time in 2009. Italy and India also observed the day.

Source: https://www.staykind.com.au/who-we-are/what-we-do/world-kindness-day/

World Children's Day offers each of us an inspirational entry-point to advocate, promote and celebrate children's rights, translating into dialogues and actions that will build a better world for children.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-childrens-day

Every year, 25 November and the ensuing 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence which follow are commemorated around the world, providing individuals and groups a chance to mobilize and call attention to the urgent need to end violence against women and girls.

Source: https://www.unwomen.org/en/news/in-focus/end-violence-against-women/2013

This day is about promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society and development, and to raise awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of political, social, economic, and cultural life. Reinforcing the importance of securing the rights of people with disabilities, so they can participate fully, equally and effectively in society with others, and face no barriers in all aspects of their lives.

Source: https://www.who.int/campaigns/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities

International Volunteer Day highlights the power of volunteering to strengthen communities and create positive change. With millions of volunteers across Australia, this day is an opportunity to celebrate their remarkable contributions and acknowledge the profound impact they have nationwide.

Source: https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/get-involved/events/international-volunteer-day/#/

Tropical Tree Day is part of Australia's largest community tree-planting and nature care event, National Tree Day - but it takes place on a day better suited to planting tropical trees in Northern parts of Australia. It's a call to action for all Australians to get their hands dirty and give back to their community. Find out how to volunteer or host your own tree planting!

Human Rights Day is observed annually around the world on 10 December. It commemorates the anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This Human Rights Day we focus on how human rights are a pathway to solutions, playing a critical role as a preventative, protective and transformative force for good.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day

The Summer Solstice, also known as Midsummer, is the longest day. of the year. This is the first day of Astronomical Summer and occurs as the sun reaches its most northerly or southerly path in the sky. It's a time for festivities, social gatherings, and various traditions that reflect the abundance and energy of the sun at its peak.

Joy is infectious! JoyGerm Day is a national day in the US and it's spreading! The goal of the day is to “smile, hug, grin, and win over at least one grumpy grouch.” It is a day to spread cheer through “germs of joy.” It is a time for positivity, optimism, smiles, and kindness!

To join JoyGerm unlimited email: Joygerms@gmail.com

Source: https://nationaltoday.com/national-joygerm-day/

Celebrate the Great Gift of Laughter! On January 24 at 1:24 p.m. (local time) smile, throw your arms in the air and laugh out loud. Join The Belly Laugh Bounce Around the World.

Source: https://www.bellylaughday.com

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an opportunity to promote full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls.

On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, let’s reiterate this fundamental message: women need science, and science needs women.

Source: https://www.unesco.org/en/days/women-girls-science

Give someone a hug today!

Source: https://www.freehugscampaign.org

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_Hugs_Campaign

Show some love to get some love! Valentine's Day is for everyone - not just for lovers.

It's Random Acts of Kindness Day! Make kindness the norm today and everyday.

Source: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org

Inspire your family and friends to make a change by sharing your pledge and tagging @CleanUpAustralia #CleanUpAustralia

This is a good idea!!! Let's just not throw our rubbish in the first place!

Source: https://www.cleanup.org.au/cleanupaustraliaday

International Women's Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women's advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about women's equality. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity!

Source: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

World Storytelling Day is a global celebration of the art of oral storytelling. It is celebrated every year on the March equinox, on (or near) March 20. Get together with some friends, and tell each other some stories today!

Source: https://www.facebook.com/groups/worldstorytellingday/

The Autumn or Fall Equinox signals the end of Summer on the astronomical calendar. As with the Spring Equinox this is a point of seasonal equilibrium with days and nights being almost exactly 12 hours long each.

It is also only a few weeks from this time that the clocks go back marking the beginning of summer time and making the evenings draw in.

Celebrate this event in a unique way! : https://highpriestess.com.au/celebrating-mabon-at-the-autumn-equinox/

Switch off your lights today from 8.30pm for 1hr!

Earth Hour is about more than just switching off for sixty minutes. Millions of people around the world in over 190 countries and territories take part in Earth Hour as a pledge to help fight for our planet and demand stronger climate action. Fun fact: Earth Hour is a home grown movement - it started in Sydney in 2007. Take advantage of the darkness - tell some spooky stories, or get an early night!

Source: https://www.earthhour.org.au/

Get to know your neighbours! Neighbours Day is held every year on the last Sunday in March. Help create, share and grow belonging across Australia and build the inclusive communities you want to live in, one relationship at a time. You can celebrate in a variety of ways including hosting or supporting events that assist and engage your communities.

Source: https://neighbourseveryday.org/

World Health Day is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world.

Source: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day

World Circus Day is the most important joint international celebration of circus arts by the global circus community, held on the third Saturday of April each year.

Source: https://www.circusfederation.org/world-circus-day/

Every Earth Day can drive a year of energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to create a new plan of action for our planet! As an individual, you have power and influence as a consumer, a voter, and a member of a community that can unite for change.

Source: https://www.earthday.org/earth-hub/#toolkits

ANZAC Day marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. On the 25th of April 1915, Australian and New Zealand soldiers formed part of the allied expedition that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula. The Anzacs landed on Gallipoli and met fierce resistance from the Ottoman Turkish defenders. Their plan to knock Türkiye out of the war quickly became a stalemate and the campaign dragged on for eight months. 

At the end of 1915, the allied forces were evacuated. Both sides suffered heavy casualties and endured great hardships. Over 8,000 Australian soldiers were killed. 

The meaning of Anzac Day today includes the remembrance of all Australians killed in military operations. Commemorative services are held at war memorials at dawn – the time of the original landing in Gallipoli. Later in the day, current and former servicemen and women meet to take part in marches.

Source: https://www.army.gov.au/about-us/history-research/traditions/anzac-day

Pay It Forward Day is a worldwide celebration of kindness that takes place every year on April 28th. Not associated with any organization or foundation and free to participate in, Pay It Forward Day exists to encourage people to stand for kindness out of the goodness of their hearts! Our mission is to inspire acts of kindness on this day in hopes that the ripple of good will continue throughout the entire year.

Source: https://payitforwardday.com/about/about-the-day/

Walk Safely To School Day is a great opportunity for families to walk to school together and have conversations about being a safe road user. Find out more from your local school!

Source: https://www.walk.com.au/WSTSD/

May 20 is World Bee Day, a day set aside to celebrate bees! World Bee Day raises awareness of the essential role that bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy. Take the time to celebrate on May 20, host your own event or join a local celebration.

For a perfect introduction to the world of bees, their life cycles, and their role in keeping plants, animals, and humans healthy, check out Jewelz’s bee themed show here!

Source: https://www.worldbeeday.org.au/

National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Every year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places around the country.

Source: https://www.alia.org.au/nss

Every year on 26 May, National Sorry Day remembers and acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities, which we now know as ‘The Stolen Generations’.

National Sorry Day is a day to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflect on how we can all play a part in the healing process for our people and nation.

Source: https://www.reconciliation.org.au/national-sorry-day-2020/

World Environment Day highlights that the protection and health of the environment impacts everyone. It's crucial to the well-being of peoples and economic development throughout the world. Take the opportunity today to learn more about what you can do to preserve and enhance our environment!

Source: https://www.unesco.org/en/days/environment

World Ocean Day unites and rallies the world to protect and restore our blue planet! 

Since launching global coordination in 2002, World Ocean Day has grown from an idea to thousands of events and millions of people reached each year. A healthy world ocean is critical to our survival and by taking collective action, we can be a force for positive change!

Source: https://worldoceanday.org/

No-one's too old to play, and everyone - particularly children - has a right to play! Play is a sign that children feel safe and nurtured and loved, nurture and grow healthy brains, develop skills, and learn how get along with others. The theme for this year’s International Day of Play is “Choose Play – Every Day”. The theme is a reminder for all of us – governments, businesses, schools and families – to take decisions that embrace and prioritize play for children.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-of-play

World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on 20 June and shines a light on the rights, needs and dreams of those forced to flee. 

Source: https://www.unhcr.org/hk/en/events/WRD2025

The winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year: a time to celebrate the return of the sun and the promise of longer days ahead but also a time to reflect on the past year and to set goals for the year ahead.

A time of astronomical significance, it marks the beginning of Astronomical Winter. It is the day when the Earth's axis is tilted the most away from the Sun. This means that the Sun appears to be at its lowest point in the sky. After the winter solstice, the Earth's axis begins to tilt back towards the Sun, and the days start to get longer.

Sharing the human spirit through friendship! Friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities. On 30th July make a new friend or reconnect with an old one.

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day is an annual event that celebrates the children of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. By holding National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day, we can celebrate the children of one of the world’s oldest continuing cultures.

It’s a day of remembering, honouring, and learning. In doing so, we can endeavour to help the children of these communities feel a sense of belonging, self-worth, and acceptance.

Source: https://www.twinkl.com.au/event/national-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-childrens-day-2025

Wear It Purple Day is all about celebrating and supporting young LGBTQIA+ people, and challenging societal attitudes to help shape a better world for us all to live in. Wear It Purple Day is a great opportunity to think about how you perceive other people, and how you can improve on being inclusive and respectful.

Source: https://au.reachout.com/relationships/allyship/about-wear-it-purple-day

National Health and Physical Education (HPE) Day raises awareness of health and physical education in school. It's a great opportunity to get classes outside and doing some exercise.

On 7 September each year, many people stop and reflect on the fact that on that same date in 1936, Australia’s Tasmanian tiger, also known as the thylacine (Thylacinus cynocephalus), slipped over the extinction line. National Threatened Species Day is a day when we shine a spotlight on all the Australian native animal and plant species that are facing similar fates to that of the Tasmanian tiger.

Today we celebrate our iconic Aussie wildlife and the incredible conservation work to restore our environment is our mission to Regenerate Nature.

Source: https://wwf.org.au/what-we-do/species/national-threatened-species-day/

R U OK? Day aims to prevent suicide by promoting regular, meaningful conversations about mental health.  Simply ask someone "Are you OK?" and be a good listener. You don't need to be a professional to offer support. 

Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.  

Source: https://www.ruok.org.au/

Every day should be a Day of Peace! The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire.

It’s Spring! The Spring Equinox marks the astronomical first day of spring. It is also the point in the calendar where the day length is more or less equal to the length of the night. In fact the word equinox is taken from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night) or "equal night". It is around this time of year that the clocks go forward making the evenings stay light and marking the beginning of summer time.

How's your heart? Join the Fight Against the World’s Biggest Killer. Go for a walk- eat your veggies - see your doctor for a check up. Visit the World Heart Federation website to find out more about cardio-vascular disease, and what's happening this World Heart Day.

Spin, hoop and dance the 1st Weekend of October! Get together with some mates and hula hoop to your hips' content! Raise some money and donate hula hoops to the next generation.

World Habitat Day is marked on the first Monday of October each year and is recognized by the United Nations to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. The day is also intended to remind the world that everyone has the power and the responsibility to shape the future of towns and cities.

Source: https://www.habitat.org/volunteer/build-events/world-habitat-day

A day to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

World Food Day is an annual event which aims to raise awareness for global hunger. It also calls attention to other food-related issues, such as supply chain and production issues, and the quality of conditions for livestock. It’s one of the most widely-celebrated days in the UN’s calendar, and sees people across the world come together to help promote a more sustainable future, with food security for all.

Source: https://www.fao.org/world-food-day/en

World Teachers’ Day honours the dedication, hard work, and passion of teachers who play a crucial role in shaping the minds and futures of our children.

Source: https://worldteachersday.edu.au/

I love wearing odd socks - let's make odd socks not odd! When you get dressed this morning, find two socks without a friend and unite them on your feet!

World Kindness Day is an international observance on 13 November. It's a day just to be kind! Be kind to yourself, to your family, even your grouchy neighbour. It was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of nations' kindness NGOs. It is observed in many countries, including Canada, Australia, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. Singapore observed the day for the first time in 2009. Italy and India also observed the day.

Source: https://www.staykind.com.au/who-we-are/what-we-do/world-kindness-day/

World Children's Day offers each of us an inspirational entry-point to advocate, promote and celebrate children's rights, translating into dialogues and actions that will build a better world for children.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-childrens-day

Every year, 25 November and the ensuing 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence which follow are commemorated around the world, providing individuals and groups a chance to mobilize and call attention to the urgent need to end violence against women and girls.

Source: https://www.unwomen.org/en/news/in-focus/end-violence-against-women/2013

This day is about promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities at every level of society and development, and to raise awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in all aspects of political, social, economic, and cultural life. Reinforcing the importance of securing the rights of people with disabilities, so they can participate fully, equally and effectively in society with others, and face no barriers in all aspects of their lives.

Source: https://www.who.int/campaigns/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities

International Volunteer Day highlights the power of volunteering to strengthen communities and create positive change. With millions of volunteers across Australia, this day is an opportunity to celebrate their remarkable contributions and acknowledge the profound impact they have nationwide.

Source: https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/get-involved/events/international-volunteer-day/#/

Tropical Tree Day is part of Australia's largest community tree-planting and nature care event, National Tree Day - but it takes place on a day better suited to planting tropical trees in Northern parts of Australia. It's a call to action for all Australians to get their hands dirty and give back to their community. Find out how to volunteer or host your own tree planting!

Human Rights Day is observed annually around the world on 10 December. It commemorates the anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This Human Rights Day we focus on how human rights are a pathway to solutions, playing a critical role as a preventative, protective and transformative force for good.

Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day

The Summer Solstice, also known as Midsummer, is the longest day. of the year. This is the first day of Astronomical Summer and occurs as the sun reaches its most northerly or southerly path in the sky. It's a time for festivities, social gatherings, and various traditions that reflect the abundance and energy of the sun at its peak.