Flag Raising Ceremony

The Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremony is an opportunity to respectfully acknowledge our rich culture and heritage as part of Queensland's Australia Day celebrations.

The 2026 ceremony was held at Jezzine Barracks, Townsville on Monday 26 January. The ceremony offered a unique opportunity to view the Australian Defence Force and recognise its invaluable service to Australia.

The day incorporated the Townsville City Council Australia Day Awards and Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony.

The Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremony is presented by the Townsville City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government. The ceremony is assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council. Townsville City Council and the Queensland Government would like to acknowledge the Australian Defence Force for its support of the Flag Raising Ceremony.