On this day Australians are honoured with Order of Australia awards for improvements they make in society. It is part of his Great Commandment – that we would love God – by loving our neighbours, at home and abroad and welcome those in greatest need. Australia Day can also be a day of faith filled gratitude, for our religious foundations. God’s blessing: “Australia Day can also be a day of faith filled gratitude, for our religious foundations”In 1606, this place was considered “the Great Southland of the Holy Spirit”. Australia Day reflection: Deacon Gary Stone.