Australia Public Holidays 2005

Below you'll find 2005'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 11 public holidays in Australia for 2005. 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
2005-01-01	Sat	New Year's Day
2005-01-03	Mon	New Year's Day
2005-01-26	Wed	Australia Day
2005-03-25	Fri	Good Friday
2005-03-26	Sat	Easter Saturday
2005-03-27	Sun	Easter Sunday
2005-03-28	Mon	Easter Monday
2005-04-25	Mon	Anzac Day
2005-12-25	Sun	Christmas Day
2005-12-26	Mon	Boxing Day
2005-12-27	Tue	Christmas Day (substitute day)

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Australia's Public Holidays (2005)

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 2005, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.

Australia Day (January 26, 2005)

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