Overview
The federal government has proclaimed the special public and bank holidays for the Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands for 2027. The instrument was registered on 4 August 2026 and is currently in force.
Legislation and administration
This is a notifiable instrument made under the Cocos (Keeling) Islands Act 1955. It is administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts.
Specific holiday dates
The source summary does not specify which dates have been declared as special public or bank holidays for 2027. The full instrument text, which lists the declared dates, is available at the Federal Register of Legislation: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026N00561.
Key actions
- View the full instrument text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026N00561 to see the specific holiday dates declared for Cocos (Keeling) Islands in 2027.
- Employers with staff on Cocos (Keeling) Islands are required to check the declared dates and review public holiday pay obligations under the relevant award or enterprise agreement.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.