NSW premier announces extra public holiday in April for Anzac Day
New South Wales has the fewest public holidays in Australia, observing only 11.
www.abc.net.auAnswer: Yes. NSW plans to add an extra public holiday when Anzac Day falls on a weekend, effectively giving the following Monday off in 2026 and 2027. This aligns NSW with similar arrangements already in Western Australia and the ACT.
Details:
- The proposal was publicly discussed in January 2026 and subsequently confirmed by NSW authorities, with the intention to preserve Anzac Day’s focus while providing a long weekend.[6][9]
- The Monday holiday applies specifically when Anzac Day falls on a weekend (Saturday in 2026, Sunday in 2027); the government has noted it will consult with the RSL and consider business impacts.[1][9]
- Official announcements and statutory orders established the additional holidays for 2026 and 2027, designating Monday 27 April 2026 and Monday 26 April 2027 as public holidays across NSW.[8]
Illustration:
- If Anzac Day is on Saturday, NSW will observe Monday as a public holiday; if it’s on Sunday, NSW will also observe Monday as a public holiday. This creates a long weekend while keeping Anzac Day itself on its designated day.[2][5]
Citations:
- NSW discussing a potential extra public holiday due to Anzac Day on weekends.[1]
- NSW aligns with ACT and WA on weekend-to-Monday public holidays.[2][6]
- NSW confirms specific holiday dates for 2026 and 2027.[8]