Episode

Who gets a public holiday this weekend and why?

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ABC News Top Stories
Published
Jun 5, 2026
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154
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Summary

It's the King's Birthday long weekend in most states this weekend, but Queensland and WA celebrate the holiday on different dates. So what's the date actually marking, and why do public holidays vary so much across Australia?