Anzac Day 2025 trading: What’s open, closed in Brisbane

Whether you are heading to a Dawn Service, needing a bus to get to the local parade, or need some extra supplies on Friday, we have tracked down what is open on Anzac Day.

A member of the public during the Anzac Day Dawn Service held in Brisbane. Picture: Tertius Pickard

Thousands of Queenslanders are preparing to pay their respects this Anzac Day. Falling on April 25 every year, the national day of remembrance typically means stores and businesses will close for the day.

Whether you are heading to a Dawn Service, needing a bus to get to the local parade, or need some extra supplies on Friday, we have tracked down what is open on Anzac Day.

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Supermarkets

All Woolworths stores across Brisbane will be shut except for the Brisbane Airport location. All Coles and Aldi stores will be closed but it is advised customers check individual store trading hours as they may differ. As IGA stores are independently owned opening times may vary and it is advised customers check their local store for their trading hours.

Bottle Shops

All Liquorland stores will be closed on Anzac Day while the majority of Dan Murphy’s and BWS stores will open from 1pm. It is advised customers check individual store trading hours as they may differ.

Services Australia

Services Australia’s Offices and call centres will be closed on Anzac Day, which means their customers’ reporting and payment date will change and occur earlier than expected. The Centrelink online account will show the new reporting date for the period. We advise you to check its website for more information.

All Woolworths stores across Brisbane will be shut except for the Brisbane Airport locations. Picture: Josh Woning

Department stores

Myer stores: Closed

David Jones stores: Closed

Kmart stores: Closed

Target stores: Closed

Big W stores: Closed

Bunnings stores: Closed

Shopping centres

Brisbane Westfields: Closed

Uptown (Myer Centre): Closed

Queens Plaza: Closed

DFO Brisbane Airport: 1pm to 6pm

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre: Closed

Sunnybank Plaza: Closed

Pacific Fair: Closed

Public transport

Some TransLink services will run to different timetables for the Anzac Day public holiday.

Post offices

Post Offices are generally closed on public holidays, but some outlets in larger shopping centres and important metropolitan areas may be open depending on local arrangements. Make sure to double check your local branch before heading out.

As it is usual for state, regional and local public holidays, no local mail or parcel deliveries will take place on Good Friday or Easter Monday, including express post.

Banks

All Australian banks are closed on national public holidays including Anzac Day. Banks closed include Commonwealth Bank, Teachers Mutual Bank, NAB, Westpac and ANZ.

Originally published as Anzac Day 2025 trading: What’s open, closed in Brisbane