ACT gets Monday public holiday for 2026 Anzac Day
The ACT will observe a public holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, after Anzac Day falls on a Saturday. The administrative change ensures a long weekend while preserving the day's significance.
The ACT will observe a public holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, after Anzac Day falls on a Saturday. The administrative change ensures a long weekend while preserving the day's significance.
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