Like other regions in Australia, South Australia (SA) observes a set of public holidays that are recognized throughout the state. Additionally, SA aligns its Daylight Saving arrangements with several other Australian states. Here’s what you need to know about the SA”s public holidays and Daylight Saving time for the years 2023 and 2024:
Daylight Saving Time in South Australia: SA follows Daylight Saving Time practices that are consistent in the ACT, New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. Specifically:
- The Daylight Saving period in SA begins on the first Sunday in October and concludes on the first Sunday in April.
Keep these dates and arrangements in mind, ensuring you’re always on local time and aware of the region’s public holidays.
| Holiday | Date in 2023 | Date in 2024 |
| New Year’s Day | Sunday 1 January* & Monday 2 January | Monday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Thursday 26 January | Friday 26 January |
| Adelaide Cup Day | Monday 13 March | Monday 11 March (subject to Proclamation) |
| Good Friday | Friday 7 April | Friday 29 March |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday 8 April | Saturday 30 March |
| Easter Monday | Monday 10 April | Monday 1 April |
| ANZAC Day | Tuesday 25 April | Thursday 25 April |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 12 June | Monday 10 June |
| Labour Day | Monday 2 October | Monday 7 October |
| Christmas Eve | Sunday 24 December from 7pm to midnight | Tuesday 24 December from 7pm to midnight |
| Christmas Day | Monday 25 December | Wednesday 25 December |
| Boxing Day / Proclamation Day | Tuesday 26 December | Tuesday 26 December |
| New Years Eve | Sunday 31 December from 7pm to midnight | Tuesday 31 December from 7pm to Midnight |
*As New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, the Monday is an additional public holiday
The information provided above regarding SA’s public holidays and Daylight Saving Time is sourced from the official South Australian Government website at:
https://www.safework.sa.gov.au/resources/public-holidays
