Australians are set to commemorate the sacrifice of armed forces through Anzac Day Dawn Services and marches across the country.
Alongside the commemorations, many states and territories also bring in special rules around whether stores can open on April 25.
As a general rule of thumb if a shop is allowed to open it will be after 1pm, but here’s a state-by-state guide on what’s open including some of the country’s biggest retailers.
NSW
In NSW, Anzac Day is a restricted trading day similar to Christmas and Good Friday, with only select businesses allowed to open before 1pm on April 25.
Chemists, supermarkets, petrol stations and fruit and vegetable shops are excluded from the rules and will be allowed to open during the morning, however some shops may choose to remain closed out of respect.
Businesses that hold a hotel or small bar licence will be allowed to open.
Coles and Woolworths will be open from 1pm.
Westfield will open from 1:30pm with reduced trading hours with stores like Kmart and Big W to open their doors from the same time.
Most Dan Murphy’s, BWS and Liquorland stores will begin trading after 1pm.
Some small businesses such as bakeries, pet stores, and newsagencies are also exempt but again may choose to not open at all on Anzac Day.
VICTORIA
Victoria has similar rules to NSW on what is allowed to open on Anzac Day.
Chemists, supermarkets, petrol stations, restaurants, cafes and takeaway outlets are exempt from trading restrictions and will be allowed to open but times may vary.
Cinemas and other entertainment such as concerts or plays are not allowed to operate before 1pm.
Coles and Woolworths will be open from 1pm but may close earlier than normal times.
Most Dan Murphy’s, BWS and Liquorland stores will begin trading after 1pm.
QUEENSLAND
Queensland observes the whole of Anzac Day as a public holiday so the majority of businesses must remain closed.
Exemptions fruit and vegetable shops, newsagents, chemists, service stations, bakers and butchers however many of these will close on Anzac Day.
Licensed premises will be allowed to open but are subject to different trading hours, so its best to check what time your local will open.
All Woolworths and Coles stores will be closed for the whole of Anzac Day.
Many bottle shops will be closed for the whole day however some may be open, so make sure to check with your local store.
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
South Australia also observes Anzac Day with many stores forced to shut up shop for the whole day, with some exceptions.
Petrol stations, pharmacies, tobacconists, cafes, restaurants and takeaway food are exempt from closing.
Rundle Mall and some regional Woolworths stores will be open, while most Coles will be closed except for Port Lincoln , Port Pirie, Berri, Port Augusta, Mount Barker, Adelaide Rundle Place, Whyalla, Mount Gambier, and Victor Harbour.
All Westfields will be closed for the whole of Anzac Day.
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Western Australian rules state that businesses must be closed for Anzac Day unless they have a certificate that states it is a small or special retail shop.
These shops are considered essential for emergency, convenience or recreational goods and includes shops like pharmacies, newsagents, and arts stores.
The majority of Coles and Woolworths shops will be closed with the exception of some in Orana, Albany and other areas.
Westfield as well as Big W and Kmart will be closed all day.
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