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Here’s a comprehensive overview of store hours across different categories.
Aldi store hours differ depending on the location and state. All branches will be closed on Christmas Day, and some in South Australia will also remain closed on Boxing Day.
For essential items on Christmas Day, only a limited number of convenience stores and petrol stations will be open.
Most stores will not operate on Christmas Day, although there are a few exceptions in Victoria and Tasmania. All locations will resume operations on Boxing Day.
Westfield shopping centres will not open their doors on Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve, the majority of these centres will be operational until 5–6 p.m. They will welcome shoppers again on Boxing Day, with some extending their hours until 9 p.m.
On Christmas Day, almost all stores are closed, with a few exceptions in Victoria and Tasmania. All stores reopen on Boxing Day.
Retail stores
Westfield shopping centres are closed on Christmas Day. On Christmas Eve, most centres are open until 5–6pm. Centres will reopen on Boxing Day, with some trading until 9pm.
Officeworks’ closing times on Christmas Eve depend on location. Stores reopen on Boxing Day but may operate under shorter hours.
Hardware stores
State-specific public holidays also affect trading hours, including Christmas Eve evenings in Queensland, South Australia, and the Northern Territory. Checking store locators or retailer websites is the best way to confirm local hours and plan your festive shopping efficiently.
Banks
All major bank branches will be closed on both Christmas Day and Boxing Day, with customers advised to check their local branch for reopening times.
Banks generally do not process payments made on public holidays on the same day, meaning transactions may not clear until the next business day. However, instant payment services such as PayID and Osko are expected to operate as normal over the holiday period, including on Christmas Day.
