ANZAC Day 2023: Trading Hours for Your Favourite Supermarkets, Retailers, Restaurants and More
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ANZAC Day is just around the corner, and it's time to pay our respects to the brave men and women who fought and served for our country in the First World War. This day holds a significant place in the hearts of Australians and New Zealanders alike.
Before you plan your day, it's important to remember that many states and territories have restricted trading hours. Don't fret, though; we've got you covered with all the trading hour information you need.
We've compiled a handy guide to help you navigate through the ANZAC Day trading hours for some of Australia's major retailers.
So, whether you're planning on hitting the shops for some last-minute groceries or need to grab a quick caffeine fix, be sure to check out our guide.
Woolworths
In New South Wales, Victoria and the Australian Capital Territory, all Woolworths stores will be open from 1 pm onwards, so you can still get your grocery fix in the afternoon.
However, if you're in Queensland, all Woolworths stores will be closed for the day (with the exception of Brisbane Airport, which will remain open).
Moving over to Western Australia, most stores will be closed, so make sure you plan accordingly.
In South Australia, Rundle Mall and regional stores will be open, but Millicent and Adelaide metropolitan stores will be closed.
If you're up in the Northern Territory, all stores will be open as usual.
Finally, in Tasmania, all stores will be open from 12:30 pm. As always, it's a good idea to double-check the opening hours of your local Woolworths by visiting woolworths.com.au/stores.
BIG W
All Queensland and WA BIG W stores will be closed for the day.
For those in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, the Northern Territory, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, all BIG W stores will be open on ANZAC Day. However, please note that all stores across these states will have reduced trading hours for the day.
For specific store opening hours, shoppers are encouraged to check with their local store.
Coles
In New South Wales, Victoria, and the Australian Capital Territory, all Coles stores will open after 1 pm but may have reduced trading hours in the evening.
For those in the Northern Territory, all stores will open after 12 pm with reduced trading hours. However, if you're in Queensland, all stores will be closed for the day.
Moving over to South Australia, most stores will be closed on ANZAC Day, with the exception of Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Berri, Port Augusta, Mount Barker, Adelaide Rundle Place, Whyalla, Mount Gambier, and Victor Harbour. In Tasmania, all stores will open after 12:30 pm and operate with reduced hours.
Finally, in Western Australia, most stores will be closed on ANZAC Day. However, several stores, including Orana, Albany, and Busselton Central, will be open. For specific store opening hours, shoppers are encouraged to check with their local store.
Kmart
In Queensland and Western Australia, all Kmart stores will be closed for the day, so make sure to plan accordingly.
For those in New South Wales, all stores will open from 1:30 pm with reduced trading hours. In Victoria and Tasmania, all stores will open from 1:00 pm with reduced trading hours.
In South Australia and the Northern Territory, stores will either remain closed or open from 1:00 pm with reduced trading hours. So, it's best to check with your local store to confirm their ANZAC Day trading hours.
Bunnings
In Victoria, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory, all stores will open from 1 pm.
For those in South Australia, all stores will open from 12 pm. In Western Australia, all stores except for Bunbury & Armadale will be open from 12 pm. In Tasmania, all stores will be open from 12:30 pm. In the Australian Capital Territory, all stores will be open from 1 pm.
If you're in Queensland, all stores will be closed for the day. Please keep in mind that these trading hours may be subject to change, so it's best to double-check with your local store.
All Bunnings Trade Centres will be closed nationally on ANZAC Day.
Restaurants, Bars or Cafés
While many restaurants, bars, and cafes will be open, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Many venues will open right after the dawn service, but they will only be able to serve alcohol during their regular licensed hours. It's also important to be aware that some venues may add on a public holiday surcharge, so be prepared for possible additional costs.
If you're a fan of the traditional Australian game of two-up, ANZAC Day is the only day of the year when it is legally allowed to be played on licensed premises. Pubs known for hosting two-up games are likely to be packed, with many people heading there straight after the dawn service.
To ensure you get in on the action, it's best to go early and secure your spot!
Post offices
It's important to note that most post offices across Australia will be closed on ANZAC day. However, some post offices located in major cities or shopping centres may remain open, so it's best to check with your local post office for their specific trading hours.
It's also worth noting that there will be no mail deliveries, including Express Post. So, if you want to send something to a loved one or friend before the day, make sure to do so the week before to ensure that it arrives on time.
Although post offices may be closed, you can still access many postal services online. With the convenience of online shopping and the ability to print postage labels and arrange parcel pick-ups from home, you can still stay connected and keep your business running smoothly, even on public holidays.
As we approach ANZAC Day, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have served our country. Whether you're attending a dawn service, playing two-up with friends, or simply taking a moment to remember, this day holds great significance for all Australians.
Members, are you planning on attending the dawn service this year? What traditions do you and your family observe on this day? Let's honour the past and present members of our armed forces and keep their memory alive. Lest we forget.
Before you plan your day, it's important to remember that many states and territories have restricted trading hours. Don't fret, though; we've got you covered with all the trading hour information you need.
We've compiled a handy guide to help you navigate through the ANZAC Day trading hours for some of Australia's major retailers.
So, whether you're planning on hitting the shops for some last-minute groceries or need to grab a quick caffeine fix, be sure to check out our guide.
Woolworths
In New South Wales, Victoria and the Australian Capital Territory, all Woolworths stores will be open from 1 pm onwards, so you can still get your grocery fix in the afternoon.
However, if you're in Queensland, all Woolworths stores will be closed for the day (with the exception of Brisbane Airport, which will remain open).
Moving over to Western Australia, most stores will be closed, so make sure you plan accordingly.
In South Australia, Rundle Mall and regional stores will be open, but Millicent and Adelaide metropolitan stores will be closed.
If you're up in the Northern Territory, all stores will be open as usual.
Finally, in Tasmania, all stores will be open from 12:30 pm. As always, it's a good idea to double-check the opening hours of your local Woolworths by visiting woolworths.com.au/stores.
BIG W
All Queensland and WA BIG W stores will be closed for the day.
For those in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, the Northern Territory, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia, all BIG W stores will be open on ANZAC Day. However, please note that all stores across these states will have reduced trading hours for the day.
For specific store opening hours, shoppers are encouraged to check with their local store.
Coles
In New South Wales, Victoria, and the Australian Capital Territory, all Coles stores will open after 1 pm but may have reduced trading hours in the evening.
For those in the Northern Territory, all stores will open after 12 pm with reduced trading hours. However, if you're in Queensland, all stores will be closed for the day.
Moving over to South Australia, most stores will be closed on ANZAC Day, with the exception of Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, Berri, Port Augusta, Mount Barker, Adelaide Rundle Place, Whyalla, Mount Gambier, and Victor Harbour. In Tasmania, all stores will open after 12:30 pm and operate with reduced hours.
Finally, in Western Australia, most stores will be closed on ANZAC Day. However, several stores, including Orana, Albany, and Busselton Central, will be open. For specific store opening hours, shoppers are encouraged to check with their local store.
Kmart
In Queensland and Western Australia, all Kmart stores will be closed for the day, so make sure to plan accordingly.
For those in New South Wales, all stores will open from 1:30 pm with reduced trading hours. In Victoria and Tasmania, all stores will open from 1:00 pm with reduced trading hours.
In South Australia and the Northern Territory, stores will either remain closed or open from 1:00 pm with reduced trading hours. So, it's best to check with your local store to confirm their ANZAC Day trading hours.
Bunnings
In Victoria, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory, all stores will open from 1 pm.
For those in South Australia, all stores will open from 12 pm. In Western Australia, all stores except for Bunbury & Armadale will be open from 12 pm. In Tasmania, all stores will be open from 12:30 pm. In the Australian Capital Territory, all stores will be open from 1 pm.
If you're in Queensland, all stores will be closed for the day. Please keep in mind that these trading hours may be subject to change, so it's best to double-check with your local store.
All Bunnings Trade Centres will be closed nationally on ANZAC Day.
Restaurants, Bars or Cafés
While many restaurants, bars, and cafes will be open, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Many venues will open right after the dawn service, but they will only be able to serve alcohol during their regular licensed hours. It's also important to be aware that some venues may add on a public holiday surcharge, so be prepared for possible additional costs.
If you're a fan of the traditional Australian game of two-up, ANZAC Day is the only day of the year when it is legally allowed to be played on licensed premises. Pubs known for hosting two-up games are likely to be packed, with many people heading there straight after the dawn service.
To ensure you get in on the action, it's best to go early and secure your spot!
Post offices
It's important to note that most post offices across Australia will be closed on ANZAC day. However, some post offices located in major cities or shopping centres may remain open, so it's best to check with your local post office for their specific trading hours.
It's also worth noting that there will be no mail deliveries, including Express Post. So, if you want to send something to a loved one or friend before the day, make sure to do so the week before to ensure that it arrives on time.
Although post offices may be closed, you can still access many postal services online. With the convenience of online shopping and the ability to print postage labels and arrange parcel pick-ups from home, you can still stay connected and keep your business running smoothly, even on public holidays.
Key Takeaways
- ANZAC Day is an important day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, held annually on April 25th, to honour the military actions of our brave soldiers during World War I.
- Many major retailers and post offices will have limited or no trading hours on this day, while most restaurants, bars, and cafes will remain open.
As we approach ANZAC Day, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have served our country. Whether you're attending a dawn service, playing two-up with friends, or simply taking a moment to remember, this day holds great significance for all Australians.
Members, are you planning on attending the dawn service this year? What traditions do you and your family observe on this day? Let's honour the past and present members of our armed forces and keep their memory alive. Lest we forget.