What’s open and closed on New Year’s Day?
Are supermarkets open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. All Coles, Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets will be open on New Year’s Day. When it comes to IGA, they are operated independently so all individual stories choose their own hours. Don’t worry, if you need a box of Pizza Shapes after you’re long night of partying, just head to your closest supermarket.
That said, some stores will operate on limited hours but that typically means closed one or two hours before usual times.
Are bottle shops open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. You’ll be all good if you want a bottle of Perrier-Jouët on New Year’s Day. Since all major supermarkets are open on New Year’s Day, their subsidiary liquor stores will be too. You should be surprised if you see a BWS, Vintage Cellars, Liquor Land, First Choice and Dan Murphy’s closed at the top of the year.
Is Kmart or Target open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. If you desperately need to pick an air fryer on New Year’s Day then you’d be glad to know that all Kmart and Target stores will be open on the day.
Are department stores open on New Year’s Day?
Yes, but some may have reduced trading hours. Each December, both Myer and David Jones start operating on special trading hours for the holidays. This usually means you’ll find these stores shut by 4pm on New Year’s Day.
Are shopping centres open on New Year’s Day?
No. There may be a few exceptions but for the most part, except your local Westfield to be shuttered on New Year’s Day. Department stores, however, will be open.
Are petrol stations open on New Year’s Day?
Maybe. Petrol stations may operate on New Year’s Day but hours will vary. It’s best you check with your local station.
Are banks open on New Year’s Day?
No. Most branches will be closed on New Year’s Day. There may be some exceptions but you’ll need to check online. It’s safe to say that you won’t be able to step into any bank until January 2.
Is McDonald’s open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. All fast food restaurants will be open on New Year’s Day, which is great news for anyone nursing a raging hangover and craving the king of all burgers, Fillet-o-Fish.
Are chemists open on New Year’s Day?
No. Most chemists will be closed on New Year’s Day as its a public holiday. There may be a few exceptions so checking with your local is the best way to go.
Are cinemas open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. All cinemas will be open on New Year’s Day so you can start your year sitting through Gladiator II.
Are restaurants open on New Year’s Day?
Yes. There will be plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes open on New Year’s Day. Some will have ticketed events while others will just be operating as usual. That said, reservations are very much essential for such a busy day. Sydneysiders love to start the New Year at their favourite
Can I go to the doctor on New Year’s Day?
Yes. Private practices will be closed on New Year’s Day but all emergency services and public medical facilities will be open.
In an emergency, you can call 000 or go to your local hospital.
