Australia Day began with a moving smoking ceremony in Adelaide as millions of South Australians marked the national day.

Multiple arrests have been made in Adelaide as peaceful protesters were met by alleged members of a far-right network.

Whilst millions celebrate Australia Day every year, many take part in protests against the national day being held on .

Events have been held to mark Australia Day in Brisbane and across Queensland.

Dozens of residents were forced to flee their homes when a unit block at Liverpool became engulfed in flames.