The 24 second countdown to the start of the ceremony set the tone for the evening, a beautiful visual representation of the 24 solar terms saw all the sports playing a part in honouring the Chinese Luna Calendar, where each month is divided in two and represent the changing patterns of plants, animals and the natural environment.
The Australian Olympic Committee acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of all the lands on which we are located. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past and present.
We celebrate and honour all of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Olympians.
The Australian Olympic Committee is committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society and sport.
