Overview
- Most jurisdictions observe the King’s Birthday public holiday on June 9 while Western Australia and Queensland hold it on September 29 and October 6 respectively.
- Coles and Woolworths will open across observing states except in South Australia where many stores will close or operate reduced hours.
- Bunnings will welcome customers nationwide with standard hours in some regions and shortened schedules in others.
- Liquorland, Dan Murphy’s and BWS outlets plan to trade generally between 10 am and 7 pm with minor local variations.
- Pubs, cafes and restaurants are permitted to remain open and public transport will run on normal or modified timetables.