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Printable Australia Day activities for the kids

Date: January 24, 2012

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Still planning your Australia Day? Essential Kids have some free printable Australia Day activities to keep the kids entertained on the day.

Why not get them to complete our Australian-themed word search puzzle in between the next game of street cricket or get the younger ones to play our cute memory game featuring Australian animals while they are waiting for the fireworks to start.

Whatever your child's age follow the links below for some free printable fun this Australia Day.

Australia Day Word Search Puzzle

Australia Day Memory Game

Australian History Timeline

Koala join-the-dots

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