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Bindi Irwin, Snezana Wood and Jackson Warne lead the tributes to their dads on Father’s Day

''I cherish all the good times with my dad.''
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While fatherhood is a 24/7, year-round job, we rarely get the opportunity to spend an entire day dedicated to celebrating the most important men in our lives; our dads!

So, when Father’s Day rolls around every year, it’s the perfect time to say thanks for their selflessness, unwavering support and unconditional love.

And whether it was with a family meal, a round of golf or a sweet throwback posted to Instagram, there were plenty of famous Aussies celebrating Father’s Day.

Take a look at the sweetest Father’s Day messages from your favourite stars as they spent the day sharing the love.

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For his first Father’s Day since losing his beloved dad Shane, Jackson Warne shared this sentimental photo. “This was the last photo we ever took together,” he penned.



“24.2.2022 Doing something that we both loved. Playing poker. Miss ya mate. Happy Father’s Day. ♥️”

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Patti Newton shared an ’80s throwback of her and late husband Bert with their kids Lauren and Matthew. “We miss you and love you ❤️❤️,” she wrote.

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Snezana Wood paid tribute to her husband Sam, who celebrated his first Father’s Day with their newborn Harper. “Happy first Fathers Day with this squishy little angel … and as a Dad of now four gorgeous girls who all love and adore you.”

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Home and Away star Ethan Browne shared a rare photo of his 14-year-old daughter Aaylah, who celebrated her birthday over the weekend. “Happy 14th birthday to my amazing daughter, Aaylah 🥳 ❤️ truly blessed to have spent both Father’s Day and her birthday together 💫 heart is full ❤️”

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MAFS alum Bryce Ruthven celebrated his first Father’s Day as a dad by sharing this sweet photo with his twins Levi and Tate.

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Sam Wood’s hectic school drop-off routine

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Bindi Irwin shared this heartwarming throwback of her and late father Steve. “Grandpa Crocodile, I know you would’ve been the most incredible grandfather because you were such an extraordinary dad. Thank you for being an amazing guardian angel for Grace,” she penned.

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Robert Irwin took the opportunity to pay tribute to Steve, writing: “I am sending my love to those who are missing their dad today. I cherish all the good times with my dad and feel grateful to be able to keep his memory and legacy alive ❤️.”

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MAFS fan favourite Cam Merchant shared a sweet tribute to his father Russ. “Thank you for always being by my side & for the love, support & time you always had for me which showed me the path for me to follow in Fatherhood & I’m forever grateful,” he penned alongside this pic.

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The Bachelor‘s Holly Kingston gave a rare insight into her once-turbulent relationship with her father.

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The Bachelor star Jimmy Nicholson shared the love with this family snap, captioning his post, “we love you & your long list of weird dad jokes.”

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Bachelor in Paradise star Mary Viturino heaped praise on her husband Connor Canning, with whom she shares two daughters. “He loves all our girls and says he loves them everyday. Hope you all enjoyed the day as much as we did 🥰”

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