Public and School Holidays

QLD Public Holidays

QLD School Holidays

Public holidays in QLD

Queensland mostly follows the national public holiday schedule, although there are a couple of public holidays that are reserved just for the Brisbane area.

So if you live in Queensland, check out the public holiday dates we've provided and then read all about them with our helpful guides - just click the button below!

School holidays in QLD

School holidays in the sunshine state - what better excuse to take the family on a well-deserved holiday? Visit the Gold Coast for some sun and surf, go snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, or head north to Cairns. Each destination is beautiful in its own way.

To learn more, click on the button below to read our QLD school holidays guide.

VIC Public Holidays

VIC School Holidays

Public holidays in VIC

In Victoria, public holidays are often related to sporting events - the Melbourne Cup and the AFL Grand Final both have public holidays attributed to them. So if you're a sports nut, being in Victoria for these events is a must.

Check out the table of dates to find out when the public holidays are, then read our helpful guides to understand what each day means.

School holidays in VIC

If you love taking family trips away during the school holidays, then Victoria is the place to be. You can explore the sights of Melbourne, take a trip to the Yarra Valley, or perhaps head for the Great Ocean Road - anything is possible!

To learn more, click the button below to read our VIC school holidays guide.

SA Public Holidays

SA School Holidays

Public holidays in SA

South Australian public holidays are a little different from the rest of Australia - some of the days are only part-day holidays, lasting from 7pm 'til midnight. But fear not, that just means that the nightly festivities make up for the late start!

Find out which days on the calendar are public holidays, and then check out the Stayz public holiday guides to learn more about each day.

School holidays in SA

There are many choices for where to go in South Australia during the school holidays. Are the kids animal lovers? Take them to the Adelaide Zoo! Beaches more their thing? South Australia has that covered, with stunning beaches in Glenelg. The options don't end there.

To learn more, click the button below to read our SA school holidays guide.

WA Public Holidays

WA School Holidays

Public holidays in WA

Western Australia doesn't have as many public holidays as some other states, but when those days come around; there are some fantastic celebrations that take place across the state.

Check out the table of dates to find out which days are holidays, and then find out what you can do at each, with our helpful guides below.

School holidays in WA

School holidays in Western Australia can mean only thing - it's time for a family getaway! What does your perfect holiday look like? Getting up close and personal with the dolphins at Monkey Mia, visiting Rottnest Island, or taking in the picturesque Margaret River region - all beautiful destinations.

To learn more, click the button below to read our WA school holidays guide.

ACT Public Holidays

ACT School Holidays

Public holidays in ACT

The Australian Capital Territory has, on average, 13 public holidays per calendar year. That means you have thirteen chances to get involved in the local culture, festivities and celebrations, including Family & Community Day in September of every year.

Check out the table of dates to find your next public holiday. If you want to know more, just click on the button below to read some handy guides.

School holidays in ACT

If the school holidays are sneaking up on you, don't panic. The ACT has plenty of fantastic activities to keep the kids entertained. From exploring space in Canberra, to stepping back in time with the dinosaurs, you are sure to find something for the family to do.

To learn more, click the button below to read our ACT school holidays guide.

NT Public Holidays

NT School Holidays

Public holidays in NT

The majority of public holidays in the NT correlate with national public holidays. That means you can plan your day in the NT with ease! There are a couple of specific NT holidays as well, so be sure to check the dates in our table.

If you want to know more about any of these public holidays, just click the button below.

School holidays in NT

The Northern Territory differs slightly to other states & territories in Australia, when it comes to school holidays. Traditionally in most states, schools will break for an average of 2-3 weeks four times per year - but not so in the NT. At the end of term 1 and term 3, school holidays last for just four days. Term 2 and term 4 school holidays then last for several months!

Use the school holidays to visit some classic NT destinations; from Uluru, to Darwin and Kakadu National Park, the family will have a ball in the Northern Territory.

TAS Public Holidays

TAS School Holidays

Public holidays in TAS

Tasmania has 10 public holidays per year across the year, including a Show Day holiday in different areas of the state. Take the chance to kick back and put your feet up on one of the public holidays in the table provided.

If you want to learn more about these public holidays, just click the button below.

School holidays in TAS

The Tasmania school holidays offer the chance to explore some of Australia's most beautiful scenery. So round up the family, jump in the car and get going! You can see the stunning Cradle Mountain in all its beauty, the Cataract Gorge in Launceston, or perhaps the stalagmites in Hastings.

To learn more, click the button below to read our TAS school holidays guide.