The Friends of Chopin Australia sincerely congratulates the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Canberra as it celebrates 50 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and Poland, 1972-2022. Polish settlement in Australia began in 1803, and the creative contributions of Polish-Australians have
enriched the arts and sciences and have helped forge a nation. The strong bonds of friendship between
Poles and Australians that have formed an essential part of the Australian story are celebrated by the aanniversary of this diplomatic achievement.