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In 2026, 7 leave days can give you 19 days off in Australia — 3.2x the time off for the leave you spend.
3 separate breaks throughout the year by targeting every bridge day opportunity.
Total days off
19
Leave days used
6
Efficiency ratio
3.2x
Efficiency score
86%
Excellent
Best days off
19
Leave used
6
Efficiency ratio
3.2x
Best month
September
Based on the top scenario
19 days off
3 separate breaks throughout the year by targeting every bridge day opportunity.
Off
19
Leave
6
Eff.
3.2x
13 days off
Save most leave for one 13-day break.
Off
13
Leave
7
Eff.
1.9x
19 days off
0 of 3 breaks align with school holidays for maximum family time.
Off
19
Leave
6
Eff.
3.2x
19 days off
Breaks spread across 3 quarters for a balanced year.
Off
19
Leave
6
Eff.
3.2x
Jan 1–4
4 days off using 1 leave days.
Sep 25–Oct 5
11 days off using 4 leave days.
Oct 31–Nov 3
4 days off using 1 leave days.
September is the strongest month to plan around.
September is the strongest month to plan around.
Check the official Australia calendar before booking — employers can differ on observed dates.
See whether Australia's 2026 calendar really is the better one to plan around.