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Quick answer
In 2029, 7 leave days can give you 22 days off in Australia — 3.7x the time off for the leave you spend.
0 of 4 breaks align with school holidays for maximum family time.
Total days off
22
Leave days used
6
Efficiency ratio
3.7x
Efficiency score
95%
Excellent
Best days off
22
Leave used
6
Efficiency ratio
3.7x
Best month
September
Based on the top scenario
17 days off
4 separate breaks throughout the year by targeting every bridge day opportunity.
Off
17
Leave
5
Eff.
3.4x
16 days off
Save most leave for one 16-day break.
Off
16
Leave
7
Eff.
2.3x
22 days off
0 of 4 breaks align with school holidays for maximum family time.
Off
22
Leave
6
Eff.
3.7x
24 days off
Breaks spread across 3 quarters for a balanced year.
Off
24
Leave
7
Eff.
3.4x
Sep 22–Oct 1
10 days off using 3 leave days.
Nov 3–6
4 days off using 1 leave days.
Dec 22–26
5 days off using 1 leave days.
Dec 29–31
3 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 2029 calendar really is the better one to plan around.