Australia Public Holidays 1974

Below you'll find 1974'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 1974. 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
1974-01-01	Tue	New Year's Day
1974-01-28	Mon	Australia Day
1974-04-12	Fri	Good Friday
1974-04-13	Sat	Easter Saturday
1974-04-14	Sun	Easter Sunday
1974-04-15	Mon	Easter Monday
1974-04-25	Thu	Anzac Day
1974-12-25	Wed	Christmas Day
1974-12-26	Thu	Boxing Day

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Australia's Public Holidays (1974)

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 1974, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.

Australia Day (January 26, 1974)

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.