As the national halts to commemorate the contribution of everyone who as served in the armed forces during a time of war and conflict, shops will close out of respect.
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But if you’re in need of a caffeine hit after the dawn service, don’t despair.
Most businesses are not permitted to be open between 12am and 1pm unless they fall under the category for “exempt shops” (20 or fewer employees, or businesses with no more than 100 workers at any time in the seven days prior to Anzac Day).
Some shops are free to trade all day including cafes, restaurants, takeaway outlets and video stores (see list below). All businesses are allowed to open after 1pm – including the pub for a round of two-up.
Best check with individual businesses before heading out.
BUSINESSES OPEN ALL DAY
- Bazaars, fairs or markets, if they are conducted for a charitable or public fundraising purpose
- Book shops
- Cake and pastry shops
- Chemists shops
- Cooked provision shops
- Florists’ shops
- Fruit and vegetable shops
- Newsagents
- Nurseries
- Pet shops
- Recorded music, video or DVD shops
- Restaurants, cafes or kiosks
- Seafood shops
- Shops ancillary to venues for playing sport or physical recreation
- Souvenir shops
- Takeaway food and drink shops
- Tobacconists’ shops
- Vehicle shops, vehicle service centres or petrol stations