These states will miss out on an Anzac Day public holiday this year

These states will miss out on an Anzac Day public holiday this year

Victorians will join other states and territories missing out on an Anzac Day public holiday this year after the government decided not to add a substitute day off on Monday, April 27.NSW Premier Chris Minns yesterday announced a substitute public holiday for 2026 and 2027, when Anzac Day falls on a Saturday and Sunday respectively."Anzac Day on 25 April is one of the most important and solemn days on our national calendar, and that will not ch…

Are Tasmanians set to be shortchanged on a public holiday this year?

Unions Tasmania urges a substitute public holiday for Anzac Day. Debate continues on aligning with NSW's proposed trial.

Victoria rules out substitute Anzac Day public holiday for 2026

Victorians will not be given a public holiday to commemorate Anzac Day in 2026, despite governments around the country introducing a substitute holiday for our “most important national day”.

'We don't celebrate Christmas two days after the fact': Extra public holiday decision for Anzac Day under fire

The NSW Government has announced a public holiday for Anzac Day on Monday, 27 April. Photo: Jarryd Rowley. The NSW Government’s decision to grant a public holiday on the Monday following Anzac Day has been met by harsh criticism from veterans and business owners alike. Premier Chris Minns announced last week that in 2026 and 2027, when Anzac Day falls on a Saturday and Sunday respectively, a public holiday will be held on the Monday to commemora…