Australia Public Holidays 1962

Below you'll find 1962'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 9 public holidays in Australia for 1962. 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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Holidays in 1963→

Date	Day	Holiday name
1962-01-01	Mon	New Year's Day
1962-01-26	Fri	Australia Day
1962-04-20	Fri	Good Friday
1962-04-21	Sat	Easter Saturday
1962-04-22	Sun	Easter Sunday
1962-04-23	Mon	Easter Monday
1962-04-25	Wed	Anzac Day
1962-12-25	Tue	Christmas Day
1962-12-26	Wed	Boxing Day

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Australia's Public Holidays (1962)

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 1962, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.

Australia Day (January 26, 1962)

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.