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Australia Celebrates 40 Years of Uluru Return to Anangu

10/26/2025

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On October 26, 2025, Australia marks the 40th anniversary of the return of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to the Anangu.
The handback was initiated by Prime Minister Robert Hawke (then-Prime Minister of Australia) in 1985.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the celebrations in Central Australia, where traditional performances took place.
Anangu leaders emphasized the ongoing importance of preserving culture and the need for continued land management and rights recognition.

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On October 26, 2025, Australia marks the 40th anniversary of the return of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to the Anangu.
The handback was initiated by Prime Minister Robert Hawke (then-Prime Minister of Australia) in 1985.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the celebrations in Central Australia, where traditional performances took place.
Anangu leaders emphasized the ongoing importance of preserving culture and the need for continued land management and rights recognition.