Australia Public Holidays 2008

Below you'll find 2008'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 2008. 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
2008-01-01	Tue	New Year's Day
2008-01-28	Mon	Australia Day
2008-03-21	Fri	Good Friday
2008-03-22	Sat	Easter Saturday
2008-03-23	Sun	Easter Sunday
2008-03-24	Mon	Easter Monday
2008-04-25	Fri	Anzac Day
2008-12-25	Thu	Christmas Day
2008-12-26	Fri	Boxing Day

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Australia's Public Holidays (2008)

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 2008, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.

Australia Day (January 26, 2008)

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.