Labor Day 2024 Australia News. Labour day, also known as may day in the northern territory and 8 hours day in tasmania, recognises workers’ contributions to the nation’s economy. Why do we celebrate labor day?.
In an historic victory the liberal national party has ended nearly a decade of labor rule in queensland, with premier steven miles conceding defeat today. Labour day was first officially commemorated in 1912 and falls on the first monday of may every year in queensland.