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Today in Australia

Daily statistics, public holidays & status

Calculated based on Sydney local time (AEST/AEDT)
Today's Date
Holiday Today?No Major Holiday
Working Day?Regular Working Day
Bank StatusLikely Open
Stock MarketLikely Open
Next HolidayPicnic Day (Northern Territory) (August 3)

It is the 188th day of the year, falling in Week 28. There are 177 days remaining until the end of the year.

Today's National Status

No Major Holiday Today

It's a regular working day in Australia.

🏖️Long Weekend Planner

3-Day Weekend Upcoming!

Picnic Day (Northern Territory) falls on .

💡 Tip: Automatic long weekend!

Business Days Calculator

Select a future deadline to see how many actual working days are left in Australia, excluding weekends and public holidays.

*Calculations valid for current calendar year (2026).

21
Working Days
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Holidays Off
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Weekend Days

Next Upcoming Event

Public Holiday
Picnic Day (Northern Territory)

Picnic Day (Northern Territory) is a public holiday observed on the first Monday of August exclusively in the Northern Territory, giving residents a long weekend traditionally associated with community picnics, sporting events, and outdoor gatherings. Its origins lie in early 20th-century union-organised picnic days for workers in Darwin and other Territory towns. It is not observed in any other Australian state or territory.

  • Observed as a public holiday exclusively within the Northern Territory
  • Attending community picnics, sporting carnivals, and family outdoor events across the Territory

Everything You Need to Know About Today in Australia

Australia features major national public holidays alongside specific state and territory observances. National events like Australia Day and ANZAC Day are recognized nationwide.

Because holidays can differ between states like NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, this page provides a comprehensive overview of today's status to keep you updated on whether businesses and banks are open.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is today a public holiday in Australia?

Check the "Today's National Status" section above. If today is a public holiday, it will be clearly marked in red. Otherwise, it is a regular working day.

How many working days are left until my deadline?

You can use our Business Days Calculator on this page. Simply select your future target date, and we will exclude weekends and public holidays to give you the exact working days remaining.

How do you calculate long weekends?

Our system scans upcoming public holidays. If a holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, it's an automatic 3-day weekend. If it falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, we suggest taking one day off to enjoy a 4-day break. If it falls on a Wednesday, we may suggest taking two days off to create a 5-day break.