National public holidays:
New Year - 1 January
A celebration to mark the start of the new year.
Australia Day - 26 January
Celebrates the arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson in 1788. It is also a day of reflection, especially for Aboriginal Australians, who refer to it as ‘Invasion Day’.
Good Friday
A Christian holiday to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus.
Easter Monday
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus.
ANZAC Day - 25 April
In honour of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought in the First World War, particularly at Gallipoli. It is a day of remembrance and national pride.
King's Birthday - Varies by state (second Monday in June in most states)
Commemorates the birthday of the reigning monarch, although it is not the actual birthday of King Charles.
New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, ACT, Northern Territory: Second Monday in June
Western Australia: End of September or early October, proclaimed by the state's governor
Queensland: First Monday in October
Labour Day
Western Australia: First Monday in March
Victoria and Tasmania: Second Monday in March
Queensland and Northern Territory: First Monday in May
ACT, New South Wales and South Australia: First Monday in October
Remembrance Day - 11 November
A minute's silence is observed at 11am on 11 November to remember those who have died or suffered in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
Christmas Day - 25 December
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
Boxing Day - 26 December
A day for post-Christmas shopping and a public holiday in many regions.
Indigenous and cultural days:
Harmony Day - 21 March
This day is part of Harmony Week. Harmony Day recognises Australia's cultural diversity and promotes inclusion, respect and a sense of belonging for all.
Mabo Day - 3 June
This day celebrates the historic Mabo Decision, which recognised the land rights of Aboriginal Australians.
NAIDOC Week - First week of July
A week celebrating the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Reconciliation Week - 27 May to 3 June
A time for Australians to learn about and reflect on the history of relations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.