While thousands of Australians celebrated by going to the beach and participating in parades, others gathered to protest a in what has become known as the 'Invasion Day Rally'.

More than 1,500 Australians are to set to be made feel at home today when they disembark from a liner in Cobh, Co Cork.

The cruise liner, Sea Princess, made a visit to Cobh, where it was Australia Day in the town.