Australia Public Holidays 1961

Below you'll find 1961's official holidays for Australia. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.

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There are 10 public holidays in Australia for 1961. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.

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Date	Day	Holiday name
1961-01-01	Sun	New Year's Day
1961-01-02	Mon	New Year's Day
1961-01-26	Thu	Australia Day
1961-03-31	Fri	Good Friday
1961-04-01	Sat	Easter Saturday
1961-04-02	Sun	Easter Sunday
1961-04-03	Mon	Easter Monday
1961-04-25	Tue	Anzac Day
1961-12-25	Mon	Christmas Day
1961-12-26	Tue	Boxing Day

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Australia's Public Holidays (1961)

Australia's public holidays are an integral part of its culture, offering insights into the nation's history, values, and way of life. This guide explores the most significant Australian public holidays in 1961, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.

Australia Day (January 26, 1961)

Australia Day marks the anniversary of the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet of British ships in New South Wales. It's a day of national celebration, but also one of controversy due to its association with Indigenous dispossession.