Australia Public Holidays
In Australia, public holidays are set by each state and territory, so dates differ around the country. Labour Day, for example, is observed on different dates depending on the state.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
Next holiday
New South Wales Bank Holiday
3 August 2026 (Monday), in 31 days
Upcoming public holidays
The holidays that matter most in Australia
Australia Day
Australia Day (26 January) marks the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove; the date is nationally observed but remains a subject of public debate.
ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day (25 April) commemorates the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landing at Gallipoli in 1915 and honours all who have served.
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How public holidays work in Australia
Because holidays are legislated per state and territory, always check the rules for your own state. Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Australia treat as days off, so they shape when people travel, book time away and plan around childcare. Religious holidays and wider observances sit alongside them. They are not always days off, but they are dates many households still mark. Each year page lists the public and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
Get Australia holidays in your shared calendar, automatically
Stop copying dates across by hand. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Australia's national and religious holidays, keeps them current, and shares them on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Australia have?
Australia has 20 public holidays in 2026. Open a year below to see each one with its date and day of the week.
When is the next holiday in Australia?
The next holiday is New South Wales Bank Holiday on 3 August 2026 (Monday).
Can I add Australia holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Australia's holidays and keeps them up to date, so they show up in your shared calendar on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.