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How to Sync Australian Holidays to Digital Calendars 2026
Step-by-step guide to adding Australian public holidays to Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, and other digital calendar apps.
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Expert guides to help you make the most of Australian public holidays, school breaks, and time off in 2026. From strategic leave planning to travel tips, we've got you covered with 26 comprehensive articles.
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Our newest guides published in January 2026.
Employment Guide
Australian Public Holiday Pay Entitlements 2026
Understand your public holiday pay rights in Australia. Learn about penalty rates, casual vs permanent entitlements, and Fair Work protections.
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Seasonal Weather Guide for Holiday Planning 2026
Plan your 2026 Australian holidays around the best weather windows. Regional climate guide for each public holiday period.
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Major Events Coinciding with Public Holidays 2026
Discover festivals, sports events, and cultural celebrations happening during Australian public holidays in 2026.
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International Visitors Guide to Australian Holidays 2026
Essential guide for international tourists visiting Australia during public holidays. Learn what's open, cultural expectations, and planning tips.
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Part-Time Workers Holiday Entitlements Guide 2026
Complete guide to public holiday entitlements for part-time workers in Australia. Understand your rights to pay and time off.
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Small Business Holiday Planning Guide 2026
Essential guide for Australian small business owners planning around public holidays. Manage staff rosters, trading hours, and cash flow.
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Ultimate 2026 Long Weekend Countdown Australia
Complete chronological guide to every long weekend in Australia 2026 with dates, leave strategies, and destination ideas.
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Our most comprehensive guides for 2026 holiday planning.
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Best Times to Book Annual Leave in 2026: Strategic Planning Guide
Turn your twenty annual leave days into forty or more days off with our strategic planning guide. Learn the optimal times to book leave around Australian public holidays for maximum holiday enjoyment.
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2026 Australian Holiday Calendar: Month-by-Month Complete Guide
Complete month-by-month breakdown of Australian public holidays, seasonal opportunities, and key planning considerations for every month of 2026.
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Australian School Holidays 2026: Complete Guide by State
Complete guide to school term dates and holiday periods for NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT, and ACT. Essential reading for parents planning family holidays around the school calendar.
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In-depth guides for major Australian holiday periods.
Holiday Guide
Australia Day 2026 Complete Guide: Celebrations, Events & Planning
Everything you need to know about Australia Day 2026. Discover celebrations, events, fireworks, and planning tips for Monday 26 January.
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Planning Your Christmas 2026 Holidays in Australia
Plan the perfect Christmas 2026 holidays. Discover when to book, where to go, and how to maximise your summer break with our comprehensive planning guide.
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Easter 2026 Australia: Complete Holiday Planning Guide
Everything you need to know about Easter 2026 in Australia. Find out when Easter falls, what's open and closed, plus strategic leave tips for an extended break.
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ANZAC Day 2026 Complete Guide: Commemorations & Events
Complete guide to ANZAC Day 2026. Learn about dawn services, commemorations, public holiday entitlements, and how to observe this significant national day.
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Queen's Birthday 2026: State-by-State Guide to Dates & Long Weekends
Complete guide to Queen's Birthday 2026 dates across all Australian states. Learn when the public holiday falls in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT, and ACT.
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Melbourne Cup Day 2026: Complete Victorian Holiday Guide
Complete guide to Melbourne Cup Day 2026. Learn about the public holiday, events, race day planning, and which areas observe the day off.
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Practical tips for making the most of your time off.
Travel Guide
Best Long Weekend Getaways in Australia 2026
Discover the perfect destinations for each long weekend in 2026. From beach escapes to mountain retreats and wine country adventures.
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Australian Long Weekend Travel Tips
Expert tips for Australian long weekend travel. Learn how to avoid crowds, save money, and maximise your enjoyment of public holiday breaks.
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Best Time to Book Flights Around Australian Holidays 2026
Expert guide to booking flights around Australian public holidays in 2026. Learn optimal booking windows, price patterns, and strategies.
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Budget-Friendly Holiday Activities in Australia 2026
Discover affordable ways to enjoy Australian public holidays in 2026. Free events, low-cost activities, and budget travel tips for every long weekend.
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Family Holiday Planning 2026: Making the Most of Australian Breaks
Complete guide to planning family holidays around Australian public holidays in 2026. Tips for travelling with children and creating memories.
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Work-Life Balance: Using Public Holidays for Better Wellbeing
Discover how strategic use of Australian public holidays can improve your work-life balance. Tips on scheduling breaks and preventing burnout.
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Navigating public holidays in the modern workplace.
Work-Life Guide
Remote Work and Public Holidays 2026: Balancing Flexibility
Navigate public holidays as a remote worker in 2026. Understand entitlements, manage work-life boundaries, and make the most of flexible arrangements.
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Understanding Australian public holiday systems and history.
Reference Guide
State-by-State Public Holiday Differences in Australia 2026
Comprehensive guide to how public holidays differ across Australian states and territories. Essential for interstate travel and business planning.
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History of Australian Public Holidays
Explore the fascinating origins of Australia's public holidays. Learn about the history of Australia Day, Anzac Day, and other national holidays.
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