National Close the Gap Day

Held on the third Thursday of March, a day of action supporting health and life expectancy equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day

The Close the Gap Campaign, launched in 2007, is a coalition of health and community organisations. Schools, workplaces and community groups mark the day with events and learning activities, and the campaign provides resources to help.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Thursday 18 March 2027AustraliaSet by a fixed rule
2028Thursday 16 March 2028AustraliaSet by a fixed rule
2029Thursday 15 March 2029AustraliaSet by a fixed rule

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