Section 4 of the Public Holidays Act 2010 declares the standard public holidays that apply in NSW. Section 5 of the Act provides for the declaration of additional public holidays including public holidays for a part of the State. Section 8 of the Act provides for the declaration of a local event day in a local government area.
Is 26 January a public holiday in NSW 2021?
NSW public holidays 2021 – 2022 1 Applies to banks and certain financial institutions, see the Retail Trading Act 2008. 2 From 31.12.11 when Australia Day (26 January) falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, there will be no public holiday on that day, as the following Monday will be declared a public holiday.
Are banks open on bank holidays in NSW?
Holidays for NSW under the Public Holidays Act 2010 1 Retail bank branches and certain financial institutions are required to remain closed on the first Monday in August (Bank Holiday) unless otherwise exempt – see Part 3A of the Retail Trading Act 2008.
Is Australia Day a public holiday this year?
2 The public holiday standard in the Public Holidays Act 2010 provides that when Australia Day (26 January) falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there will be no public holiday on that day and instead the following Monday is to be the public holiday.
Can a gazetted public holiday be added to long service leave?
If you are on Long Service Leave and a gazetted public holiday occurs, and this is a normal working day for the employee, an extra day must be added to the Long Service Leave period. 14. Where to get more information on NSW public holidays?
What are the public holidays in New South Wales?
The standard public holidays across NSW include: New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, Queen’s Birthday, Labour Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. 2.
How to determine workplace entitlements that apply on public holidays?
In determining workplace entitlements that apply on public holidays, employees/employers should always refer to the terms of the relevant industrial instrument (ie award, agreement or employment contract) and the National Employment Standards under the Fair Work Act 2009. Holidays for NSW under the Public Holidays Act 2010
