Easter trading hours 2026: Reduced retail operations nationwide as Easter Monday sees limited openings across Australia

Retail access across Australia is tightening this Easter long weekend, with supermarkets and major chains operating on reduced hours or remaining closed, leaving shoppers with limited options, particularly heading into Easter Monday as trading varies widely by state.

Easter Monday, the final day of the long weekend, is a public holiday with most stores operating on reduced hours, while some remain closed. Trading varies by location, prompting shoppers to check local timings in advance.

Westfield


Across all states, Westfield centres will open with reduced public holiday hours on Easter Sunday and Monday, while remaining closed in South Australia.

Customers are advised to check the Westfield website for specific trading times, as opening hours vary by store.

Coles

All Coles stores will operate with reduced trading hours, except for some locations in South Australia, which will remain closed.

Woolworths

Across Australia, most Woolworths stores will open on Easter Monday, though some locations in certain states will remain closed, with customers advised to check local trading hours online.

Aldi

On Easter Monday, all Aldi stores will open, with varying hours in South Australia; customers are advised to check local timings online.

Target

Most Target stores will open on Easter Monday, with reduced hours, typically from around 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM.

Kmart

Across Australia, most Kmart stores will be open on Easter Monday, April 6, 2026.

Big W

Except for South Australia, stores will be open nationwide.

Dan Murphy's

All Dan Murphy's stores will operate from 10am to 7pm.