Blog Topic #2

The topic of immigration in the textbook states that about 25 percent of Australia's population are immigrants. 70 percent of Australia's population comes from the British and Irish heritage (646). Not just the British and Irish cultural heritages make up Australia's population. Italians, Greeks, Germans, African Americans, Chinese, people from Malaysia and India cover different cultures in Australia (646). Australia is mainly an English-speaking country, but with all of the different cultures of immigrants leads to a variety of languages. 2.5 million people living in Australia speak another language other than English. Religion is also another important factor that has been affected by immigration. Australia is mainly a Christian country with 26 percent of the population being Catholic and another 20 percent being Anglican. With the wide spread of cultural differences religions such as Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism are becoming more popular. This might be scary if Christianity might fall below one of these religions.

"According to the Australian Bureau of statistics in the past year net immigration contributed 64 per cent to population growth while natural growth accounted for 36 per cent. Over the past five years there has been a substantial increase in immigration owing to government policy". This article has a good point on who should be allowed to walk on Australian soil or not. Police or something should be enforced so not as many immigrants are entering the country freely. Pallavi Jain writes that, "it isn't just about the money that Australia offers but the life choices". Australia is one of the most industrialized countries in the world, and families should have a freedom to live there. Jain says, "Too much immigration may give rise to unforseen social unrest, apart from being a huge burden on the infrastructure and the environment. Striking this balance will be a key to Australia's future".
http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/politics/striking-a-balance-in-australias-immigration-future-20101019-16rgd.html


Immigration on the internet sites are talking about the same kind of stuff. Immigration is hurting the economy and the population. Jobs in the mining and oil companies are getting the most people. Many jobs are available with full time employment means that immigration rates will start to sky rocket. With more immigration this causes more trouble with housing. They have to take care of that one person and also that family to make sure they have all the essentials to live a healthy lifestyle.
http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/politics/punters-well-aware-of-economic-case-against-more-immigration-20101123-185ij.html


In the textbook the First Fleet took place in the year 1788 near the coast of Sydney. In the First Fleet there were around 750 prisoners on board and other convicts followed. English speaking residents were outnumbering the prisoners and convicts, these people were free settlers. Gold attracted many people to move into Australia. If it was not for the First Fleet that brought in so many people, Australia might not have become a country. Australia Day is a celebration from the founding of the Australia land.

Australia Day takes place on January 26^th. Many Australians will travel to Sydney for many festive celebrations. Other activities for Australia Day can be seen in Melbourne, Queensland, Brisbane and Perth. At the end of the day a huge fireworks show takes place in Perth by the Swan River. Australians have a ton of pride for their country.
http://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-national/australia-day-to-showcase-national-spirit-20110125-1a404.html