ttbn, unfortunately too many confuse culture, and therefore patriotism with nationalism, a bad thing. One of the problems is how you can clearly define in a practical layman's sense Australian culture, what exactly it is. Is it some abstract concept of mateship and a fair go, or is something more down to earth like meat pies and Don Bradman is it some hairy-fairy combination of things. Would you like to define Australian culture in simple terms.

Dear Paul,

God does not change just because human perception/understanding (or misperception/misunderstanding) of Him changes.

Jose' the fact that the teachings of Jesus are not a first hand account makes for debate as to their authenticity. As does the unapproved gospels, these unapproved works provide controversy about the life and teachings of Jesus. Persecution of the Church, by the Church has been a hallmark of Christianity throughout the ages.

Dear Paul,

Australia's culture is as broad and varied as the
country's landscape. We are a multicultural and
multiracial country and this is reflected in the
country's food, lifestyle, cultural practices
and experience.

It's this diversity of influence that creates a
cultural environment in Australia that for most
of its population is lively, energised, innovative,
and outward looking.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics -
there are 3 major contributors to Australia's
demographic make up:

1) A diverse Indigenous population.

2) A British colonial past.

3) Extensive immigration from many different countries
and cultures.

Today Australia's population is one of the most
culturally and linguistically diverse populations in
the world.

Hence the anthem - "We are One and We are Many and
From all the lands on earth we come..." is so very
appropriate. "I am, You are, we are - Australian!"

Wishing everyone a Healthy, Happy, and Safe New Year 2022!

Take care.

There are cultures that do not believe in borders, or the restriction of flow of people in and out of countries. They believe it is a human right to move in or out, to live where they please on the Earth.However for a Nation to manage its economy it must have border restrictions to protect the life and rights of its citizens. Some cultures cannot coexist, because of conflicting values, eg child brides, or payment of a bride price. When a bride becomes a posession of a purchaser.

Foxy,

The oldest culture in Australia is English culture. There are no records that support the existing Aboriginal culture existing much before colonisation.