Easter is here, and with it comes family time, chocolate, hot cross buns… and the classic last-minute supermarket dash. But before you race out the door, you’ll want to know what’s open on Good Friday through Easter Monday. From Woolworths and Coles to Bunnings and Westfield, trading hours vary widely depending on your state.
To help you avoid a wasted trip, here’s a breakdown of who’s open, who’s shut, and when to shop this long weekend.
Also Read: Easter 2025 Shopping Guide: Woolworths & Coles Opening Hours Across Australia
🛒 Woolworths
Is Woolworths open on Good Friday?
For most Aussies, no. Woolworths shuts almost all its stores across the country on Good Friday, with only a handful of exceptions. These include:
- QLD: Brisbane Airport
- WA: Perth Airport, Busselton, Margaret River, Dalyellup, Dunsborough
- SA: Mount Barker, Victor Harbor, Murray Bridge Marketplace
Easter Saturday sees all Woolies stores reopening nationwide. Standard weekend trading hours will apply in most areas, though some smaller Metro stores may vary.
Easter Sunday is where it gets patchy. Stores in Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, and WA (excluding Esperance) will open. Some stores in NSW, SA, and the NT may stay closed—best to check your local store online.
By Easter Monday, most Woolworths supermarkets will be open again, except for some in SA and the NT.
🛒 Coles
Coles takes a strict stance on Good Friday, with every store in the country closed. No exceptions in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, or WA.
Easter Saturday brings all stores back online, though hours may be reduced in some locations.
Is Coles open on Easter Sunday?
It depends on where you live. Coles stores will open in most states, but NSW stores will remain closed.
SA shoppers will find only a few stores open, including:
- Mount Barker
- Murray Bridge Green
- Victor Harbor
- Mount Gambier
- Adelaide Rundle Place
- Whyalla
- Port Lincoln
- Port Pirie
- Port Augusta
Easter Monday will see most stores reopen across the country, although some South Australian locations will remain shut.
🛒 Aldi
Aldi will close all stores nationwide on Good Friday. That means no budget groceries, no chocolate, and definitely no sneaky middle aisle finds.
Easter Saturday is business as usual, with all stores reopening in every state.
Easter Sunday brings mixed results:
- Victoria and WA: Open
- NSW, QLD, ACT, and SA: Some stores closed, others trading—check local store hours online
By Easter Monday, most Aldi stores across the country will be trading again, though select South Australian stores may remain shut.
🔨 Bunnings
Need a last-minute gas bottle or forgot the BBQ tongs? Don’t count on Bunnings on Good Friday—they’re closed everywhere.
Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday see most Bunnings stores reopening nationwide. NSW stores will open on Easter Sunday but operate under restricted hours due to local trading laws.
By Easter Monday, it’s back to normal across the board, so you can finally build that flat-pack cubby house or tackle your “quick weekend reno.”
🛍️ Kmart & Target
If you’re hoping to do a bit of bargain hunting this weekend, here’s how Kmart and Target stack up.
Both retailers are closed on Good Friday across all states.
Easter Saturday: Open nationwide. Expect standard weekend trading.
Easter Sunday: Most stores in Victoria and WA will open. Other states may have closures, particularly in NSW and SA. Check store locators for specifics.
Easter Monday: Both chains will reopen in all states, with some locations operating on public holiday hours.
🏬 Westfield Centres
Are shops open on Good Friday? Not at Westfield. All Westfield shopping centres across Australia will be shut on Good Friday.
Easter Saturday: All centres reopen. Trading hours vary by location—most between 9am and 7pm.
Easter Sunday: Some centres will open in Victoria, WA, and the ACT. In NSW, only Westfield Tuggerah will trade (10am to 5pm).
Easter Monday: Back in business across all states. Hours may differ depending on your centre.
🧺 Other Essentials
- Liquorland, Dan Murphy’s & BWS: Closed Good Friday. Open the rest of the weekend, with some Sunday restrictions.
- Pharmacies: Many Chemist Warehouse locations will close on Good Friday. Some 24-hour and late-night pharmacies may remain open.
- Petrol Stations & Convenience Stores: Most will stay open all weekend, even on Good Friday.
- Public Transport: Running on a public holiday schedule—check your local provider.
Good Friday (18 April): Bring a Basket, Not a Trolley
If you’re hoping to do your regular grocery shop today, think again. Most supermarkets and retail stores will keep their doors shut.
Woolworths opening hours confirm that almost all stores will close. Only a few outlets like Brisbane Airport in Queensland and select locations in WA and SA will stay open. You can visit stores in places like Mount Barker, Perth Airport, or Margaret River — but check your local branch online before heading out.
Coles will close all its supermarkets today, with the sole exception of three South Australian stores: Victor Harbor, Murray Bridge Green, and Mount Barker.
Big chains like Aldi, Kmart, Target, and Bunnings will also be closed. So will Westfield shopping centres in every state.
For those wondering is Woolworths open on Good Friday or are shops open on Good Friday — the answer is mostly no.
Easter Saturday (19 April): Back in Business
Retailers bounce back on Easter Saturday. It’s your best bet for grabbing that forgotten pack of hot cross buns.
All Woolworths opening hours resume as usual across Australia, though some Metro stores might stay shut. Coles supermarkets will open their doors nationwide. However, certain outlets may have shortened trading hours.
Aldi will also reopen in most places, as will Bunnings, Kmart, and Target.
Westfield centres across WA, SA, Queensland, and the ACT will operate normally. In NSW and Victoria, trading hours will vary by location, but most malls will be open.
Easter Sunday (20 April): Mixed Bag of Openings
Easter Sunday presents a patchwork of closures and reduced hours, depending on your state.
Coles will be closed in South Australia, except for nine stores including Mount Gambier, Victor Harbor, and Adelaide Rundle Place. Other states will see most Coles outlets open, with reduced hours in some regions.
Woolworths stores will be open in Victoria, WA, Tasmania, and Queensland — excluding a few like Hervey Bay Pialba and Esperance. In NSW, SA, and NT, only select locations will open. It’s essential to check your local Woolworths opening hours online.
Aldi outlets in Victoria and WA will open, but stores in NSW, SA, Queensland, and the ACT may remain shut.
Kmart and Target will open across most states, but expect closures in NSW and parts of South Australia. Again, it’s best to confirm your local store’s hours.
Bunnings will reopen nationwide, although NSW locations will run under reduced hours due to trading restrictions.
Westfield malls vary significantly. Only Tuggerah in NSW will open from 10am to 5pm. Centres in Victoria, WA, and the ACT will open with standard holiday hours. Queensland’s six Westfield sites will operate on limited schedules.
Easter Monday (21 April): Almost Back to Normal
Most major retailers will reopen for Easter Monday, though with some exceptions and limited hours.
Woolworths stores will open in every state except SA and the NT, where only a few locations will operate.
Coles will also return to trade across the country, excluding most South Australian stores. Only select shops like Port Pirie, Berri, and Mount Barker will open. Expect reduced hours in NSW, WA, the NT, and Queensland.
Aldi will reopen across most of the country but may remain closed at some South Australian stores.
Bunnings will trade normally across all states.
Westfield centres in the ACT, WA, and Victoria will be open. NSW centres like Bondi, Chatswood, and Parramatta will trade from 10am to 6pm. In Queensland, all six malls will open with various hours. South Australia’s Westfield locations will stay closed.
✅ The Takeaway
Let’s be real—Easter is one of the hardest weekends to shop on in Australia. So if you’re wondering “Is Woolworths open on Good Friday?” or “Can I get to Coles Easter Sunday?”—the answer is usually no… but not always.
If you’ve got errands to run or supplies to grab, your safest bet is Easter Saturday or Monday. And if you’re trying to wing it on Good Friday? Maybe don’t.
When in doubt, check your local store online. Or better yet—get the shopping done early, and enjoy the weekend the way it was meant to be: with family, food, and way too much chocolate.
