Anzac Day 2025: What's open and where major ceremonies ... - SBS
Anzac Day retail trading hours vary across Australia, with one state imposing new restrictions.
www.sbs.com.auI don’t have live access to the latest feeds right now. Here’s a concise overview of recent patterns around Anzac Day coverage and what to expect for 2026:
- What Anzac Day is today: Anzac Day remains Australia’s and New Zealand’s day of remembrance on April 25, with dawn services, national ceremonies, and local commemorations across major cities and towns. Expect dawn services at cenotaphs, wreath-laying, and moments of reflection.[1][9]
- Public holiday considerations: In recent years, some states have adjusted public holiday timings or trading rules around Anzac Day to balance commemorations with business needs. If NSW or other states implement changes, they typically generate local coverage about whether the day remains a trading or holiday exception.[3][1]
- Major ceremonies: Large capitals are likely to host dawn services at iconic sites (e.g., Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, The Cenotaph in Sydney, Australian War Memorial in Canberra) with attendance by veterans, community members, and public officials.[7][1]
- Media coverage: Expect nationwide and local TV and online outlets to stream or recap dawn services, parades, and commemorative events, with retrospective segments on Gallipoli and veteran stories. This includes both traditional news programs and dedicated specials.[8][7]
If you’d like, I can pull a current roundup of events for Valletta or a specific area in Malta, or tailor to a particular country’s observances. I can also summarize planned ceremonies, timings, and any official statements from government or veterans groups for the latest Anzac Day 2026 coverage.