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Holy Days of Obligation

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Every Sunday of the year is a day of obligation.

Additionally, in 2001 the Australian Catholic Bishops' Conference reviewed the holy days of obligation to be observed in Australia.

In addition to every Sunday, there are two holy days of obligation in Australia.

1:The Nativity of the Lord - Christmas Day  - December 25

2: Assumption of the Virgin Mary - August 15