Australia considers a new holiday to extend Anzac Day weekend for some residents in 2026.

Australia is considering a new public holiday to create a long weekend for Anzac Day, which falls on a Saturday in 2026, affecting only residents in Western Australia and the Australian Capital Territory who currently get a Monday holiday. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns confirmed discussions are underway to potentially expand access to a long weekend, aiming to provide more Australians with time off for remembrance and travel. The proposal, still under review, seeks to balance national commemoration with public convenience, though no decision has been made.