Father's Day (Australia / NZ)

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Father's Day Facts & Quotes

• There are over 4.6 million fathers in Australia.
• The traditional Father's Day flower is a rose. Red roses are for living fathers, white ones are usually given to deceased fathers.
• Father's Day became a more popular holiday during the Second World War as many fathers were away fighting for their countries and it was uncertain if they would return.
• Every year, Australians spend $1.36 billion dollars on Mother's Day and $660 million for Father's Day.
• I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father's protection. - Sigmund Freud

Father's Day Top Events and Things to Do

• Buy your father, grandfather, uncle or important father roses and a present he would enjoy. Common gifts on Father's Day are usually ties, socks, mugs, hats and golfing items.
• Try to learn the word for father in several other languages. In French the word is "père", in German "vater", in Spanish and Italian "padre" and in Russian "otets".
• Spread awareness for the day by posting a picture of yourself with your father, husband, grandfather or important male in your life and use hashtags such as #daddy, #papa, #fathersday and #thegreatestfather.
• Watch a movie that touches on the importance of fathers. Some of our favourites include Finding Nemo (2003), To Kill a Mockingbird (1962), Like Father, Like Son (1987), My Life (1993) and Paper Moon (1973).
• Donate to a local organisatoin that supports children without fathers. Some organisations to consider include the Australian Childhood Foundation, Coptic Orphans Australia, the World Orphan Fund and Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia.

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