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South Australia Omits ‘Christmas’ and ’Australia Day' From Public Holiday Legislation

The legislation declared Easter Sunday as a public holiday and increased the number of public holidays in South Australia from 11 to 12.
South Australia Omits ‘Christmas’ and ’Australia Day' From Public Holiday Legislation
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Monica O’Shea
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The South Australian government has declined to name Christmas Day, Australia Day, ANZAC Day, and Proclamation Day in the new public holiday legislation.

The stated aim of the legislation was to declare Easter Sunday as a public holiday and increase the total number of public holidays in South Australia from 11 to 12.

Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
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