Find out what’s open across Australia during the holidays!
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The holiday season is (nearly) upon us, and with it comes the joy of family gatherings, gift exchanges, and festive feasts.
However, it also brings a change in the usual operating hours of many businesses and services.
So, to help you navigate your own schedule this festive period, here’s a comprehensive guide on what's open and what's not across the country during the Christmas holidays and New Year's break.
Supermarket Holiday Trading Hours
Store hours during the holidays may differ from store to store. Image source: wirestock on Freepik.
Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI are the major supermarkets that most Australians rely on for their grocery needs.
Here's what you can expect from their trading hours during the holiday season:
Coles: Coles, including Coles Liquor stores, are typically closed on Christmas Day. However, they are open on all other days, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day, with varying hours depending on the state and region.
Woolworths: Woolworths follows a similar pattern to Coles, with all stores closed on Christmas Day but open on all other days.
ALDI: ALDI stores are closed on Christmas Day, but they operate with reduced trading hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Some South Australian stores may remain closed on New Year's Day.
Remember to check your local store's specific hours, as they may vary.
Mail Services Over the Holidays
Australia Post Offices are generally closed on all public holidays. However, they are delivering on weekends leading up to Christmas. You can check their list of cut-off dates here to ensure your holiday cards and gifts arrive on time.
Cinemas Open on Christmas Day
If you're planning a Christmas movie session, you'll be pleased to know that some cinemas are open over the holiday period.
Event Cinemas usually have certain venues open for afternoon screenings on Christmas Day.
The same goes for Hoyts Cinemas, which has had some venues open on Christmas Day in the past years. However, it's best to check your local listing or contact the cinema directly for specific details.
Bottle Shops Open on Christmas Day
For those looking to stock up on festive beverages, BWS and Dan Murphy's have you covered. While most stores are closed on Christmas Day, a few selected ones may be open in certain states. All stores are typically open on all other days, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
Shopping Centre Trading Hours
Most shopping centres are closed on Christmas Day, but they operate with holiday hours over the rest of the holiday period.
Retailers like Kmart, BIG W, and Target are expected to be open for extended hours in the lead-up to the holidays but will most likely be closed on Christmas Day.
Banking Hours Over the Holidays
Banks will be closed on Christmas Day, and payments will not be processed on this date. However, beyond Christmas Day, there are varying hours for different branches and specific banks. It's best to check with your bank for their specific holiday hours.
Restaurants, Cafes, and Fast Food Over Christmas
Restaurants and cafes will all have their own individual trading hours over the holidays, so it's best to check with the local staff or call your favourite restaurant to find out when they're open during the break.
Fast food outlets like McDonald’s, KFC, and Hungry Jacks typically remain open during Christmas, but you'll need to confirm with your local store for their specific Christmas trading hours.
Public Transport Over the Christmas Break
Public transport services across Australia will be operating on reduced timetables during the festive season.
You may check the respective transport websites for New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, ACT, South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and Western Australia for detailed information.
Waste Collection Services
Your local waste collection services may be impacted due to Christmas and other public holiday dates. Many services will not run on Christmas Day. Please check if there are any changes for your suburb over the break.
Remember, this guide may be subject to change. Always check with the specific business or service for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Which of these stores will you be visiting over the holidays, dear members? Let us know in the comments below!
However, it also brings a change in the usual operating hours of many businesses and services.
So, to help you navigate your own schedule this festive period, here’s a comprehensive guide on what's open and what's not across the country during the Christmas holidays and New Year's break.
Supermarket Holiday Trading Hours
Store hours during the holidays may differ from store to store. Image source: wirestock on Freepik.
Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI are the major supermarkets that most Australians rely on for their grocery needs.
Here's what you can expect from their trading hours during the holiday season:
Coles: Coles, including Coles Liquor stores, are typically closed on Christmas Day. However, they are open on all other days, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day, with varying hours depending on the state and region.
Woolworths: Woolworths follows a similar pattern to Coles, with all stores closed on Christmas Day but open on all other days.
ALDI: ALDI stores are closed on Christmas Day, but they operate with reduced trading hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Some South Australian stores may remain closed on New Year's Day.
Remember to check your local store's specific hours, as they may vary.
Mail Services Over the Holidays
Australia Post Offices are generally closed on all public holidays. However, they are delivering on weekends leading up to Christmas. You can check their list of cut-off dates here to ensure your holiday cards and gifts arrive on time.
Cinemas Open on Christmas Day
If you're planning a Christmas movie session, you'll be pleased to know that some cinemas are open over the holiday period.
Event Cinemas usually have certain venues open for afternoon screenings on Christmas Day.
The same goes for Hoyts Cinemas, which has had some venues open on Christmas Day in the past years. However, it's best to check your local listing or contact the cinema directly for specific details.
Bottle Shops Open on Christmas Day
For those looking to stock up on festive beverages, BWS and Dan Murphy's have you covered. While most stores are closed on Christmas Day, a few selected ones may be open in certain states. All stores are typically open on all other days, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
Shopping Centre Trading Hours
Most shopping centres are closed on Christmas Day, but they operate with holiday hours over the rest of the holiday period.
Retailers like Kmart, BIG W, and Target are expected to be open for extended hours in the lead-up to the holidays but will most likely be closed on Christmas Day.
Banking Hours Over the Holidays
Banks will be closed on Christmas Day, and payments will not be processed on this date. However, beyond Christmas Day, there are varying hours for different branches and specific banks. It's best to check with your bank for their specific holiday hours.
Restaurants, Cafes, and Fast Food Over Christmas
Restaurants and cafes will all have their own individual trading hours over the holidays, so it's best to check with the local staff or call your favourite restaurant to find out when they're open during the break.
Fast food outlets like McDonald’s, KFC, and Hungry Jacks typically remain open during Christmas, but you'll need to confirm with your local store for their specific Christmas trading hours.
Public Transport Over the Christmas Break
Public transport services across Australia will be operating on reduced timetables during the festive season.
You may check the respective transport websites for New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, ACT, South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and Western Australia for detailed information.
Waste Collection Services
Your local waste collection services may be impacted due to Christmas and other public holiday dates. Many services will not run on Christmas Day. Please check if there are any changes for your suburb over the break.
Which of these stores will you be visiting over the holidays, dear members? Let us know in the comments below!
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