Australian Patriots thought piece
- Paul Howard
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
Is Australian Wokeness a paper tiger?
With the recent celebration of the West Australian public holiday, which was historically known as Foundation Day for an impressive 180 years before its renaming to WA Day in 2011, we are prompted to reflect on the broader implications of this change and its relation to the concept of Wokeness in Australia.
The shift in nomenclature was largely influenced by a vocal minority advocating for a more inclusive recognition of Indigenous culture and history.
However, this raises an intriguing question: Is Australian Wokeness merely a paper tiger, a façade that lacks substantive power and influence?
As we delve deeper into the public sentiment surrounding this holiday, we find a striking pattern emerging from the social media landscape.
Numerous posts from proud West Australians passionately assert that the holiday should still be referred to as Foundation Day, despite the official change occurring 14 years ago. This persistent insistence on the traditional name suggests that, for many, the concept of Wokeness may be perceived as a superficial threat rather than a deeply entrenched movement capable of reshaping societal values in any positive light.
It appears that a significant segment of the community is resistant to the pressures of Wokeness, indicating that it might not wield the influence its proponents claim it does.
We can see the same scenario play out in Australia with the changing of traditional Australian names to Aboriginal versions
For instance, consider the everyday interactions you have with local businesses or tradespeople. When was the last time you heard a Coles employee or a tradesperson working on your house refer to Perth as "Boorloo" or Western Australia as "Whadjuk country"? The answer is likely never.
This disconnect between the official narrative and the lived experience of the average Australian further underscores the notion that Wokeness may not be as pervasive as some would suggest.
The reluctance or outright refusal of everyday Australians to adopt these new terminologies illustrates a broader resistance to fully embracing the changes advocated by the Woke movement.
The sentiment among the populace is clear: in 2025, a significant majority of Australians express a preference for maintaining their traditional way of life.
There is a prevailing inclination to preserve cultural heritage and identity rather than conform to a minority's ideologies that seek to redefine it.
This resistance is not merely a reactionary stance; it reflects a deeper understanding that cultural evolution should be organic rather than imposed from the top down. It is hoped that, as time progresses, more Australians will come to recognize the current Woke culture as a paper tiger—a construct that, while loud and attention-grabbing, ultimately lacks the substance and support to dictate the course of their lives.
In light of this, it is vital for patriots to stand tall against the encroachment of Wokeness, falsehoods, cowardice, or any harmful ideologies that threaten the fabric of Australian society.
This call to action is not just for the present generation but also for the sake of future Australians. It is imperative to preserve and encourage an environment where traditional values and cultural identities are celebrated and preserved, ensuring that the next generation inherits a society that honours its history while remaining resilient against transient ideological trends.
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