
Would you believe that with just 20 days of annual leave, you could enjoy over 50 days of holidays in 2025? It’s true! By strategically aligning your leave with public holidays and weekends, you can stretch your time off further than you ever imagined.
Here are some key tips to get started:
Use Public Holidays to Your Advantage
Public holidays are a game-changer. For example, by booking leave around dates like Easter or Christmas, you can create extended breaks. In some cases, taking just four days of leave can give you up to 10 days off in total!Think Long Weekends
Public holidays like Australia Day, ANZAC Day, or Labour Day often fall near weekends. Take a day or two of annual leave, and you’ve got a mini vacation on your hands.Plan Early
Popular holiday periods book out fast. Lock in your time off and secure your getaway well ahead of time.Mix Short Breaks with Longer Getaways
Not every trip needs to be long. A few three-day weekends scattered throughout the year can help you recharge while saving some leave for big adventures.Explore Locally
Staycations or regional trips can make the most of your extra days off without breaking the bank. From beachside getaways to country escapes, there’s so much to see close to home.
Here is how to plan your year:
January
- Public Holidays: Australia Day (Monday, Jan 27)
- When to Take Leave:
- Take Jan 28–31 off after Australia Day for a 9-day holiday.
April (EASTER & ANZAC Day)
- Public Holiday's: Good Friday (Friday, April 18), Easter Monday (Monday, April 21), ANZAC Day (Friday, April 25)
- When to Take Leave:
- Take April 18–24 for a 10-day long holiday and 3 days of leave!
June (King’s Birthday)
- Public Holiday: Monday, June 9 (Victoria)
- When to Take Leave:
- Take June 10–14 for a 9-day getaway.
October (Friday Grand Final Holiday)
- Public Holiday: Friday, October 3 (Victoria only)
- When to Take Leave:
- Take Sept 30–Oct 2 or Oct 6–10 for an extended break.
December (Christmas & Boxing Day)
- Public Holidays: Christmas Day (Thursday, Dec 25) & Boxing Day (Friday, Dec 26)
- When to Take Leave:
- Take Dec 22–24 and Dec 29–31 for up to 16 days off over the holiday period.
By planning strategically, 2025 could be your best year for travel and relaxation yet. So, grab your calendar and start plotting those holidays!