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NSW may adopt a Monday public holiday for Anzac Day when it falls on a weekend, aligning with Western Australia and the ACT to create a longer Easter-ish break.
The plan would be discussed with the RSL to ensure the extra day does not erode Anzac Day's salience or national remembrance.
NSW lags behind other states on public holidays and could gain an extra day in 2026 if Anzac Day falls on a weekend.
Public sentiment on why other states have more holidays fuels NSW's consideration of a long Anzac Day weekend.
Victorian government and business groups were contacted for comment on the NSW proposal, signaling cross-state interest.
Remembrance services will still be held nationwide on April 25, with only some states getting a Monday off if Anzac Day is weekend.
The proposal is framed as a conversation for 2026 rather than a firm commitment, highlighting exploratory policy steps.
The weekend occurrence of Anzac Day in 2026 and 2027 creates a practical incentive for NSW to consider a Monday off.
If approved, the extra day could translate into an expansive long weekend for NSW workers in April, without using annual leave.
The dialogue emphasizes balancing commemorative meaning with practical holiday policy to avoid detracting from Anzac Day's salience.

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NSW is weighing an extra public holiday in 2026 because Anzac Day falls on a Saturday.
The NSW government is consulting the RSL before deciding on a new holiday.
If approved, the move would mark NSW’s effort to boost its holiday count for 2026.
The discussion follows NSW’s ongoing review of public holidays across states.
Anzac Day remains a national remembrance day with ceremonies across Australia and New Zealand.
Other states offer varying numbers of holidays, influencing NSW’s consideration.
The proposal reflects broader discussions on holiday calendars and state autonomy.
The government signal suggests consideration but no firm commitment yet.
The NSW government is looking to balance tradition with practical holiday planning.
If enacted, NSW would join other states with more generous holiday rosters.

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