What is Labour Day?
Labour Day in Australia is a public holiday commemorating the granting of an eight-hour work day in the country. The history of Australian working conditions spans more than a century. During the 1800s, Australians were subjected to unfair labour practices such as 12-hour shifts and 6 days of work weekly. This day celebrates those who fought for fair & decent employment rights and recognises the contributions of workers to the country's overall development.
When is Labour Day in Australia?
Labour Day is celebrated on different dates across the country. It's celebrated in Western Australia on the first Monday in March and the second Monday in March in Victoria and Tasmania. The Northern Territory, on the other hand, commemorates it on the first Monday in May. The rest of the states including NSW and Queensland hold it on the first Monday of October.
