What’s Open and Closed on Christmas Day in Australia?

🛒 Major Supermarkets

Business: Coles, Woolworths, Aldi
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas Day, but open on Boxing Day (December 26).

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🏪 Small and Independent Supermarkets

Business: IGA, Foodworks, Local Grocers
Trading Hours: Some smaller and independent supermarkets open on Christmas Day.

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🛍️ Department Stores

Business: Kmart, Target, Big W, Myer, David Jones
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas Day, but open on Boxing Day (December 26).

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🍷 Bottle Shops, Liquor Stores

Business: Liquorland, BWS, Dan Murphys
Trading Hours: Most stores remain closed except a few in Victoria and Tasmania.

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☕ Coffee Chains

Business: Starbucks, Gloria Jean’s, The Coffee Club (TCC)
Trading Hours: Most Starbucks will open on Christmas Day, but most Gloria Jean’s and TCC will be closed.

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🍔 Fast Food Restaurants

Business: Hungry Jack’s, KFC, McDonald’s, Dominos
Trading Hours: Most McDonald’s will stay open, while a few Hungry Jack’s, KFC, and Domino’s will be open.

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🍽️ Major Chain Restaurants

Business: Nando’s, Grill’d, Schnitz
Trading Hours: Most closed on Christmas Day.

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🍴 Local Takeaway Shops & Restaurants

Business: Non-franchised local takeaway shops and restaurants
Trading Hours: Check with local restaurants and cafés for opening hours.

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⛽ Convenience Stores

Business: 7-Eleven, BP, Caltex, Shell
Trading Hours: Most 7-Eleven stores stay open. Some locations are open 24 hours. Others you need to check with local stores.

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💊 Pharmacies

Business: Chemist Warehouse, Priceline
Trading Hours: Some pharmacies may open for a few hours for urgent needs.

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🚆 Public Transport

Business: Trains, trams, buses, ferries
Trading Hours: Most public transport runs on a holiday schedule (reduced service).

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⛽ Petrol/Service Stations

Business: BP, Shell, Caltex, 7-Eleven
Trading Hours: Many petrol stations are open, especially in city areas.

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🏞️ Outdoor Attractions

Business: National Parks, Beaches, Hiking Trails
Trading Hours: Most open on Christmas Day, but check for specific hours.

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🏬 Shopping Centres

Business: Major shopping centres (e.g., Westfield)
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas Day, but open on Boxing Day (December 26).

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🎥 Movie Theatres

Business: Hoyts, Event, Village Cinemas
Trading Hours: Most open for Christmas Day screenings, but may have limited showtimes.

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🏦 Banks Branches

Business: Commonwealth, ANZ, NAB, Westpac, Others
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas and Boxing Day.

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🥐 Bakeries

Business: Breadtop, Ferguson Plarre, Bakers Delight
Trading Hours: Some local bakeries may open for a limited time.

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📚 Public Libraries

Business: Local public libraries around Australia
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas and Boxing Day.

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🎓 Education Providers

Business: Universities, schools, TAFE, and other education providers
Trading Hours: Closed on Christmas and Boxing Day. Most are closed from 24 December to 1 January.

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🏥 Hospitals

Business: Public and private hospitals
Trading Hours: Open 24 hours for emergencies on everyday of the year.