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Tourism

Explore unspoilt beaches on Wilsons Promontory, wander through lush fern gullies in Tarra-Bulga rainforest and drift away on the vast, tranquil Gippsland Lakes. Be inspired by a region full of natural wonders, stunning natural attractions, mountain adventures and spectacular coastlines.

Victorian and national public holidays

Public Holiday 2010 2011
New Years' Day Friday 1 January Monday 3 January (in addition to Saturday 1 January)
Australia Day Tuesday 26 January Wednesday 26 January
Labour Day Monday 9 March Monday 14 March
Good Friday Friday 2 April Friday 22 April
Easter Sunday Sunday 4 April Sunday 24 April
Easter Monday Monday 5 April Monday 25 April
ANZAC Day Sunday 25 April (public holiday Monday 26 April) Tuesday 26 April (substitute for Monday 25 April)
Queen's Birthday Monday 14 June Monday 13 June
Melbourne Cup Day (metro only) Tuesday 2 November Tuesday 1 November
Christmas Day Monday 27 December (substitute for Saturday 25 December) Tuesday 27 December (substitute for Sunday 25 December)
Boxing Day Sunday 26 December and Tuesday 28 December (additional day) Monday 26 December