Below you'll find 2022's official holidays for Australia. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Australia Public Holidays 2022
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There are 12 public holidays in Australia for 2022. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-01-01 | Sat | New Year's Day |
| 2022-01-03 | Mon | New Year's Day |
| 2022-01-26 | Wed | Australia Day |
| 2022-04-15 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2022-04-16 | Sat | Easter Saturday |
| 2022-04-17 | Sun | Easter Sunday |
| 2022-04-18 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2022-04-25 | Mon | Anzac Day |
| 2022-09-22 | Thu | National Day of Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II |
| 2022-12-25 | Sun | Christmas Day |
| 2022-12-26 | Mon | Boxing Day |
| 2022-12-27 | Tue | Christmas Day (substitute day) |
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Australia's Public Holidays (2022)
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 2022, their origins, and how they're celebrated across the country.
Australia Day (January 26, 2022)
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.
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