Daylight saving time in Australia
When the clocks change in Australia, at what local time, which places keep their clocks, and the dates for the next 12 months.
Clocks in Australia go back 30 minutes on Sunday 4 April 2027 at 2:00 am local time. After that they go forward on Sunday 3 October 2027. Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia keep their clocks the same.
Time zone
| Time zone | Next change | UTC offset after |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney and Melbourne | Sunday 4 April 2027, 3:00 am | UTC+10 |
| Brisbane and Gold Coast | No change | – |
| Perth and Mandurah | No change | – |
| Adelaide and Adelaide Hills | Sunday 4 April 2027, 3:00 am | UTC+9:30 |
| Darwin and Alice Springs | No change | – |
Upcoming clock changes
| Date | Change |
|---|---|
| Sunday 4 April 2027 | Clocks go back 30 minutes, 2:00 am |
| Sunday 3 October 2027 | Clocks go forward 30 minutes, 2:00 am |
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Questions
When do the clocks change in Australia?
Clocks in Australia go back 30 minutes on Sunday 4 April 2027 at 2:00 am local time. After that they go forward on Sunday 3 October 2027. Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia keep their clocks the same.
Updated Saturday 10 October 2026