On average, Western Australia has 10 public holidays per year, most of which commemorate landmark Australian historic events, or religious celebrations. Should a state holiday fall on a weekend, the extra day's holiday is taken the first working day following.
Visitors should be aware that school holiday periods in other states may differ from Western Australia's holiday calendar.
Public Holidays 2008
Tuesday 1 January - New Year's Day
Saturday 26 January - Australia Day
Monday 3 March - Labour Day
Friday 21 March - Good Friday
Monday 24 March - Easter Monday
Friday 25 April - ANZAC Day
Monday 2 June - Foundation Day
Monday 29 September - Queen's Birthday
Thursday 25 December - Christmas Day
Friday 26 December - Boxing Day
Western Australia's School Holidays 2008
Autumn - 12 April to 27 April 2008
Winter - 5 July to 20 July 2008
Spring - 27 September to 12 October 2008
Summer - 17 December to 2 February 2009
