Short answer: Yes, there is a public holiday arrangement in several Australian states for Anzac Day 2026, but details vary by state.
- In New South Wales (NSW), Anzac Day falls on Saturday in 2026, and the state has announced an extra public holiday on Monday, 27 April 2026. This makes a long weekend for NSW residents, aligning with practices in WA and ACT. This is a state-level decision and does not change the national date April 25.[1][4]
- The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Western Australia (WA) have historically observed a substitute public holiday when Anzac Day falls on a weekend, effectively giving an additional day off on the following Monday in 2026 and 2027 as applicable. The intended effect is to provide a more meaningful break while preserving the dawn services on April 25.[3][4]
- Other states (Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory) typically observe only the April 25 date for public holidays and do not declare an extra Monday holiday when Anzac Day falls on a weekend. For those jurisdictions, Anzac Day remains on the weekend date with ceremonies on the 25th.[3]
If you need, I can pull the exact holiday status for your location (NYC) or confirm employer-specific closures, as some workplaces may follow state-level guidance differently. Also, note that local public services or employers may update schedules closer to the date, so checking a current official government page or Fair Work guidance for 2026 is recommended.[5]
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Public holidays for Anzac Day are different in some states and territories in 2026. Find your dates and where to go for information on workplace
www.miragenews.comNew South Wales will observe an extra public holiday in 2026 and 2027. This holiday will be the Monday after Anzac Day if it falls on a weekend. The government aims to boost participation in remembrance activities. This move brings New South Wales in line with other states. The trial will be reviewed in 2032.
economictimes.indiatimes.comSYDNEY — Anzac Day will be observed as a public holiday across every Australian state and territory on Saturday, April 25, 2026, but only residents in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Western Australia will enjoy an additional day off on Monday, April 27, creating uneven long
www.ibtimes.com.auNew South Wales Premier Chris Minns has announced an extra public holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, and a similar arrangement for 2027, as Anzac Day falls on a weekend. This decision, aimed at acknowledging the significance of the day, has drawn criticism from the hospitality and retail sectors concerned about increased costs and lost trade.
economictimes.indiatimes.comThe New South Wales Government made an order under the Public Holidays Act 2010 declaring additional public holidays on 27 April 2026 and 26 April 2027 for the whole of New South Wales as Anzac Day falls on a weekend in 2026 and 2027.
www.australianindustrygroup.com.auPublic holiday opening hours January 26 2026
www.lords.com.auAnzac Day is observed on April 25 every year. This year that date falls on a Saturday, but that doesn't mean a long weekend for everyone.
www.abc.net.auThis is the list of 2026 public holidays for each state and territory in Australia. Public holidays can be different depending on where you are.
www.fairwork.gov.auSYDNEY — Anzac Day will be observed as a public holiday across every Australian state and territory on Saturday, April 25, 2026, but only residents in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory and Western Australia will enjoy an additional...
qoshe.comNew South Wales Premier Chris Minns has confirmed that the state will observe an extra public holiday on ANZAC Day for the next two years.
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