What are the public holidays in Australia?

Major public holidays in Australia include New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Anzac Day, Easter, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Each state may also observe additional holidays.

Are public holidays the same across all Australian states?

No, public holidays vary between Australian states and territories. Each state government declares its own additional holidays.

About Us – PublicHoliday.au

Welcome to PublicHoliday.au, your trusted source for accurate and up-to-date information on public holidays across Australia.

We understand how important it is to plan your year around holidays, whether it’s a long weekend getaway, family gathering, cultural celebration, or simply taking some well-deserved rest. That’s why we created this platform — to provide Australians and visitors with a reliable, easy-to-use guide to all official public holidays, school terms, and significant observances.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple:

To make it easier for everyone in Australia to find official holiday dates in one place.
To help families, businesses, and travellers plan ahead with confidence.
To provide state-by-state updates because we know that holidays often differ across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT, and ACT.

By keeping our content clear, accurate, and accessible, we aim to become your go-to reference whenever you need to check an upcoming public holiday.

What We Offer

At PublicHoliday.au, you will find:

A comprehensive calendar of Australian public holidays.
Information on state and territory variations.
Insights on holiday significance, cultural importance, and traditions.
Updates on school term dates where relevant.
Easy navigation so you can quickly find holidays in your state.

We regularly update our data to ensure it reflects the latest announcements from government and official sources.

Why Choose Us?

There are many sites with holiday information, but PublicHoliday.au is designed with simplicity and accuracy in mind. We don’t overload you with unnecessary details — just the information you need, when you need it. Our content is carefully checked, so you can trust what you read here.

Disclaimer

Please note: PublicHoliday.au is an independent information website. While we strive to keep our holiday dates accurate and updated, we are not an official government website. For confirmation of critical dates (such as employment-related entitlements), we recommend checking directly with your state or territory government’s official site.

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