Imagine a year where Anzac Day falls on a weekend, leaving many Aussies without a well-deserved long weekend. But here's where it gets controversial: should we add an extra public holiday to make up for it? That's exactly what the New South Wales government is debating right now. Premier Chris Minns revealed on Thursday that his team is considering a last-minute move to align NSW with Western Australia and the ACT, where residents already enjoy a public holiday on the Monday following Anzac Day when it falls on a Saturday. This year, and next, Anzac Day lands on a weekend, meaning most states won’t get that extra day off—a fact Minns highlighted during his Triple M radio interview. He pointed out that NSW lags behind other states in the number of public holidays, with only two additional days compared to the three or four enjoyed by states like Victoria, Queensland, and South Australia. Christmas Island takes the cake with six extra holidays, including two for the lunar new year! But here’s the kicker: Minns wants to ensure that adding a Monday holiday doesn’t overshadow the solemn significance of April 25th. 'It’s got to be the 25th that’s hugely important,' he emphasized. Talks with the RSL are underway to strike the right balance. And this is the part most people miss: while this move could give NSW residents a much-needed break, it also raises questions about how we honor our national days of remembrance. Should convenience ever trump tradition? The Victorian government and business groups, who don’t observe the Monday holiday, have been approached for their take. As Anzac Day remains one of the 10 nationwide public holidays in 2026, this debate isn’t just about a day off—it’s about values, priorities, and what it means to commemorate our history. What do you think? Should NSW add this extra holiday, or is it a step too far? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments!
