{"id":109572,"date":"2026-03-06T11:32:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T00:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/au\/?p=109572"},"modified":"2026-03-05T21:29:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T10:29:54","slug":"daylight-saving-is-about-to-end","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/au\/daylight-saving-is-about-to-end\/","title":{"rendered":"Daylight Saving Is About to End in Australia \u2014 Here\u2019s When the Clocks Change"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s that time again\u2014time to adjust your clocks as daylight saving ends. This year, millions of Aussies are about to get an extra hour of sleep, but when exactly does it happen, and what should you do to prepare? Don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve got the full lowdown on what\u2019s coming up this April!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Does Daylight Saving End?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Daylight saving time in Australia officially ends on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at 3:00 AM AEDT. At this point, the clocks will be turned back by one hour, meaning it will go from 3:00 AM to 2:00 AM. So, get ready to enjoy that extra hour of rest! The cool months are approaching, and for many, this shift marks the transition to shorter days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"zxx\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tZ9i6RHaVx\">https:\/\/t.co\/tZ9i6RHaVx<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Michelle Milliken (@Shellmill63) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Shellmill63\/status\/2029489255568068996?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 5, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I Need to Change My Clocks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a smartphone or modern device, it\u2019s likely that it will automatically adjust to the new time. But not everyone is using the latest tech. Some older phones (or \u201cdumb\u201d phones) might need a manual update. So, before you head to bed on the night of April 4th, make sure to check your clocks and watches\u2014especially if they\u2019re not automatically updated, reminds <a href=\"https:\/\/www.9news.com.au\/national\/daylight-savings-2026-when-does-it-end-australia-what-to-do-clocks-april-explainer\/557ba184-b801-488a-8ded-d2e063cf3e21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9News<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which States and Territories Are Affected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s where it gets interesting: not all of Australia observes daylight saving. It\u2019s only in New South Wales, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/au\/work-from-home-for-everyone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Victoria<\/a>, South Australia, Tasmania, and the Australian Capital Territory that clocks will need to be adjusted. Queensland, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory have opted out of the practice, mainly due to the minimal difference in daylight hours across the seasons in these regions. So, if you\u2019re in one of those areas, no clock-changing for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do We Have Daylight Saving?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Daylight saving exists to make the most of the longer daylight hours during the warmer months. The idea is simple: by shifting the clock forward, people can enjoy more daylight in the evenings, when it\u2019s warmer and more pleasant. But as the weather cools, the clocks are moved back to give a bit more light in the mornings, which can help make early starts a little easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Doesn\u2019t Every State Do It?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good question! Queensland, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory don\u2019t observe daylight saving because the difference in daylight hours isn\u2019t as noticeable in the north. For these areas, the benefits of an extra hour of evening daylight aren\u2019t as significant. In fact, it\u2019s often argued that daylight saving just doesn\u2019t provide the same value up there, where the daylight hours remain relatively consistent throughout the year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Daylight saving is about to end in Australia, bringing an extra hour of sleep. 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