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"Advance Australia Fair" is the national anthem of Australia. Written by Scottish-born Australian composer Peter Dodds McCormick, the song was first performed as a patriotic song in Australia in 1878. It replaced "God Save the Queen" as the official national anthem by the Whitlam government in 1974
This was the third plebiscite to be held in Australia, following two regarding military service in 1916 and 1917. [1] "Advance Australia Fair", was the winner, however the anthem was not given official status. Subsequently, in 1984 the song was declared the national anthem with lyrics significantly modified from the original.
"Song of Australia" was a particular favourite of the Australian baritone Peter Dawson. [12] who called it "the finest national anthem ever written". [13] His notable performances included: Recital in London as a duet with Richard Nitschke in 1905. [14] Duet with Clara Serena at Wembley on (the then) Australia Day 24 July 1924. [15]
The Australian Government also advises that when the King is in Australia, the royal anthem is played at the beginning of an event and the national anthem, "Advance Australia Fair", is to be played at the end. [84] Prior to 1974, "God Save the Queen" was the national anthem of Australia.
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