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Daylight Saving Time 2025: Clocks Go Back This Weekend
Don't forget! Daylight Saving Time (DST) officially ends this weekend, meaning you'll gain an extra hour of sleep but lose those long summer evenings. On Sunday, April 6th, at 3 am AEDT, clocks will spring back one hour to 2 am. While many digital devices adjust automatically, remember to manually adjust your clocks and other time-dependent devices.
When Do Clocks Go Back?
Daylight Saving Time ends at 3 am on Sunday, April 6th, 2025. This means clocks go back one hour, resulting in an extra hour in bed for millions of Australians in NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and the ACT. The hour between 2 am and 3 am effectively repeats itself. Clocks will move forward again at 2 am on Sunday, September 28th, 2025.
More Than Just an Hour's Sleep
The change also impacts businesses, particularly those near state borders. Toby Bamford, a baker in Tweed Heads, near the NSW-Queensland border, explains the challenges of differing time zones and the complexities of operating a business across state lines while one observes Daylight Saving and the other doesn't. The time change can even influence employee punctuality!
Smoke Alarm Check!
Fire and Emergency Services are using this as an opportunity to remind everyone to check their smoke alarms. "When the clocks go back, push the test button on your smoke alarms!" urges community education manager Tom Ronaldson. He highlights the increased risk of house fires during colder weather, making working smoke alarms even more crucial.
A Brief History of Daylight Saving
The concept of daylight saving time is credited to New Zealand entomologist George Hudson, who sought more evening daylight for his bug-hunting pursuits. Adopted in Australia initially as a wartime measure, its popularity remains high, with 8 in 10 Australians expressing support despite ongoing debates regarding its impact on health, farming schedules, and potential energy savings. Some even suggest shortening the DST period.
States Observing Daylight Saving:
- NSW
- Victoria
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- ACT
States NOT Observing Daylight Saving:
- Queensland
- Western Australia
- Northern Territory
Conclusion:
The end of Daylight Saving means an extra hour’s sleep for many, but also a good opportunity to check your smoke alarms and prepare for the cooler months ahead. Remember to adjust your clocks on Sunday, April 6th! For further information on smoke alarm safety, visit the Fire and Emergency Services website.
