Fourth of July. Stars and stripes

As Aussies, we all love a public holiday. Any excuse, eh? Why not add 4th of July aka American Independence day to our hoard? After all, we follow our American allies into all sorts of situations.

Independence day is the celebration of America's declaration of independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain on July 4, 1776. It is a day for fun, carnivals, parades, picnics and fireworks among other things.

So lets all fly the Star Spangled Banner, eat hot dogs and raise your glass of  budweiser in honour of our American friends. Happy Independence day!

Word up to Eric, Rhonda, Greg, Eddie, Mardi and Ellie.