NSW premier considering extra public holiday in April for Anzac Day
New South Wales residents could get an extra public holiday in April with Anzac Day falling on a weekend in 2026 and 2027.
www.abc.net.auNSW is considering adding an extra public holiday if Anzac Day falls on a weekend. The proposal would make the following Monday a public holiday in NSW, aligning with arrangements already in Western Australia and the ACT. There isn’t a final decision yet, as the government is consulting with the RSL and businesses before deciding.[3][6][7]
New South Wales residents could get an extra public holiday in April with Anzac Day falling on a weekend in 2026 and 2027.
www.abc.net.auNew South Wales has the fewest public holidays in Australia, observing only 11.
www.abc.net.auState government in talks with RSL to ensure the creation of long weekend doesn't detract from national day of remembrance
www.theguardian.comAnother long weekend could soon be added to the calendar. Link below.
7news.com.auCheck the NSW public holidays for 2026 and 2027. Learn about worker entitlements for these days.
www.nsw.gov.au