Australia Time Now - Current Time in Australia

What Time Is It in Australia Right Now?

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Current Time

11:12:59 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMT+11Australia/Sydney

Country Information

Population

25.7 million

Capital

Canberra

Area

7.69 million km²

Currency

Australian Dollar (AUD)

Language

English

Time Zone Details

Australian Western Standard Time

GMT+8

08:12:59 AM

Australian Central Standard Time

GMT+10:30

10:42:59 AM

Australian Eastern Standard Time

GMT+11

11:12:59 AM

Lord Howe Standard Time

GMT+11

11:12:59 AM

Australian Central Western Standard Time

GMT+8:45

08:57:59 AM

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Australia

Long Name

Commonwealth of Australia

Abbreviations

AU, AUS

Global Time Comparison

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Australia
11:12:59 AM
New York
07:12:59 PM
+8h ahead
London
12:12:59 AM
-11h behind
Paris
01:12:59 AM
-10h behind
Tokyo
09:12:59 AM
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Sydney
11:12:59 AM
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Dubai
04:12:59 AM
-7h behind
Singapore
08:12:59 AM
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Mumbai
05:42:59 AM
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Australia Public Holidays 2025

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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: New Zealand (Chatham Standard Time) is 5.75h ahead, New Zealand (New Zealand Standard Time) is 5h ahead, Papua New Guinea (Bougainville Time) is 3h ahead, Papua New Guinea (Papua New Guinea Time) is 2h ahead, Indonesia (Eastern Indonesia Time) is 1h ahead, Indonesia (Central Indonesia Time) is same time, Indonesia (Western Indonesia Time) is 1h behind.

States & Provinces in Australia

State/ProvinceTime
South AustraliaSat 10:42:59 AM
Western AustraliaSat 08:12:59 AM
QueenslandSat 10:12:59 AM
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Northern TerritorySat 09:42:59 AM
New South WalesSat 11:12:59 AM
VictoriaSat 11:12:59 AM
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Australian Capital TerritorySat 11:12:59 AM
TasmaniaSat 11:12:59 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Australia

SyncMyTime displays precise clocks for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin, and Hobart. Our system automatically adjusts for daylight saving in applicable states, navigating Australia's complex time zone landscape. Essential for coordinating business across states, planning continental travel, or staying connected with friends and family throughout this vast nation.

Time Zone History

Australia's complex time zone history began in 1895 when each colony adopted its own time standard. The current three-zone system emerged in 1899, but South Australia's unique 30-minute offset wasn't officially recognized until 1899. Daylight saving time was first tried during WWI, abandoned, then permanently reintroduced in 1971—but only in some states. Queensland, Western Australia, and Northern Territory rejected DST in referendums, creating seasonal time chaos and the famous 'five time zones in summer' phenomenon.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Australian daily life varies dramatically by region. Major eastern cities like Sydney and Melbourne follow early-start, early-finish work patterns (7:30 AM-4 PM common), maximizing afternoon beach and outdoor time. The 'arvo' (afternoon) is sacred for BBQs and sports. Tropical Darwin operates on 'dry season' and 'wet season' rhythms more than clock time. Perth's isolation created a more relaxed, West Coast vibe with later starts. Weekend sport dominates national culture—cricket and footy schedules shape social calendars.

Why People Check Australia Time

Many users search Australia time to organize:

  • Business meetings across multiple Australian time zones
  • International trade coordination with Asian and Pacific markets
  • Sports broadcasts and major event scheduling
  • Travel planning across the continent
  • Communication with Australian friends and family
  • University lectures and remote education timing

What SyncMyTime Offers

SyncMyTime handles all time calculations automatically, so you don't need to manually convert or verify:

  • Displays time for all 5 time zones in Australia
  • Real-time comparisons with other countries
  • 24/7 accurate updates

Stay Synchronized with Australia

Whether you're coordinating business between Sydney and Perth, planning a trip across the Outback, or catching up with mates in different states, SyncMyTime navigates Australia's complex time zones effortlessly.

Interesting Facts

Australia is the world's smallest continent but largest island.

The country has more kangaroos than people.

Australia has 3-5 time zones depending on daylight saving time.

The country has the world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef.

Australia is the only continent without an active volcano.