Happy Independence Day!
The Empire of Austenasia is today celebrating ten years since its foundation in 2008.
The third Saturday in September is celebrated annually as Independence Day, whereas the actual anniversary is September 20th. Parliament this morning passed an Act making every day from today until the 20th an unprecedented six-day-long public holiday.
Celebrations are underway in the territorial claims and embassies of the Empire right across the world.
A party will take place at the Imperial Residence later today, attended by dignitaries from Austenasia, other small nations, and the local area.
Numerous messages of congratulations have been received from foreign governments, and the Prime Minister is expected to give a celebratory speech later today.
