Australia Day celebrated amid 'Invasion Day' protests

Australia Day celebrations are under way, marking the anniversary of the beginning of modern Australia - although thousands are attending "Invasion Day" protests instead.

Image copyrightEPAImage caption A Royal Australian Navy warship took part in the event, which marks the arrival of 11 British ships at Sydney Cove on 26 January 1788.Image copyrightEPAImage caption Millions are celebrating the national day with parties, parades or barbecues.Image copyrightEPAImage caption Citizenship ceremonies have been held for 16,000 people, including this family receiving flags from Prime Minister Scott Morrison.Image copyrightGetty ImagesImage caption Indigenous dancers have taken part in ceremonies marking the day.Image copyrightEPAImage caption There was a Tall Ships Race in Sydney Harbour.Image copyrightEPAImage caption Australia Day is controversial - many feel having the date on the anniversary of British settlers arriving is offensive to indigenous people.Image copyrightEPAImage caption Historians estimate tens of thousands of indigenous Australians were killed after European settlers arrived.Image copyrightGetty ImagesImage caption Campaigners want the national day moved - and 26 January to be called "Invasion Day" instead.Image copyrightEPAImage caption The government has refused to change the date, describing it as a day to celebrate all Australians.