Labour Day | May Day

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Australian & New Zealand states and territories celebrate Labour Day/May Day with a public holiday.

Labour Day has its origins in the eight hour day movement which advocated eight hours for work eight hours for recreation and eight hours for rest.

Labour Day is an annual holiday celebrating the labour union movement achievements of workers.


 ◉ Eight Hours Day 2026 | Labour Day
➲ When: Monday 9th March 2026
Tasmania celebrates Eight Hours Day (Labour Day) with a public holiday Monday, 9th March 2026 (Eight Hours Day) Labour Day has its origins in the eight hour day movement which advocated eight hours for ..

Eight Hours Day 2026 | Labour Day