The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the Indigenous peoples of Australia, having inhabited the continent for more than 65,000 years. They have a rich and diverse culture, including:
* A strong spiritual connection to the land and sea
* A rich oral tradition, including stories, songs, and laws
* A diversity of artistic expressions, including paintings, carvings, and ceremonies
* A strong sense of community and kinship
Asian culture
Asian culture is the fastest-growing cultural group in Australia. According to the 2016 census, people of Asian ancestry made up nearly 13% of the population. The largest Asian groups in Australia are:
* Chinese
* Indian
* Filipino
* Malaysian
* Indonesian
* Korean
* Japanese
European culture
European culture has a long history in Australia. The first European settlers arrived in 1788, and Australia was a British colony for over 200 years. As a result, European culture has a strong influence on Australian society, including:
* English is the official language of Australia
* The government and legal system are based on British models
* Christianity is the most common religion in Australia
Middle Eastern culture
Middle Eastern culture is another significant minority in Australia. According to the 2016 census, people of Middle Eastern ancestry made up nearly 2% of the population. The largest Middle Eastern groups in Australia are:
* Lebanese
* Egyptian
* Turkish
* Assyrian
* Iraqi
African culture
African culture is the smallest minority in Australia. According to the 2016 census, people of African ancestry made up only 1% of the population. The largest African groups in Australia are:
* South Sudanese
* Somalian
* Eritrean
* Ethiopian
* Nigerian