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King’s Birthday (Western Australia)
Western Australia's King's Birthday public holiday, set each year by the state and usually held in late September. It falls on 27 September 2027.
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OrganiserGovernment of Western Australia
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
Western Australia sets its own date for the King's Birthday holiday, which fell on 28 September in 2026 and is on 27 September in 2027. Some regional areas, such as Karratha and Port Hedland, use a different date. The state has proposed moving the holiday to the second Monday in June from 2028.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 27 September 2027 | Australia | Confirmed by the organiser |
Where this information comes from
- WA Government: Public holidays in Western Australia
- Fair Work Ombudsman: 2027 public holidays
- WA Government: Outcomes from the public holiday review
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