Australia Day and the Great Australian Outdoor Gathering
26 January is Australia's most outdoor-oriented public holiday. Backyard BBQs, park gatherings, foreshore events and community celebrations across the country. It is also the height of the Australian summer, with UV indices above 10 in most capitals.
Order Timing for Australia Day Delivery
Auscraft's standard lead time is 2-4 weeks from order confirmation to delivery. For Australia Day (26 January), orders placed before 25 December are almost always deliverable in time. Orders in early January typically miss Australia Day but arrive for summer entertaining through February-April.
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Setting Up Your Australia Day Outdoor Space
The classic Australia Day configuration: a 6-seater or 8-seater Spotted Gum picnic table, positioned for morning shade and afternoon breeze. A market umbrella through the centre hole handles the peak UV hours. For larger gatherings, two 6-seaters work better than one large table.
Timber for Summer
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Spotted Gum is the natural choice for Australia Day. It is native to coastal NSW and eastern Australia, has a warm honey colour, and handles summer UV without warping when properly oiled. Ironbark is the high-durability choice for year-round outdoor use. Merbau natural oils make it self-maintaining.
Commercial Australia Day Events
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Pubs and beer gardens hosting Australia Day events typically see their highest outdoor seating demand on January 26. Order in November-December to guarantee delivery before the holiday.
Commercial picnic table orders
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I get a picnic table before Australia Day?
Order before 25 December for best chance. Lead time 2-4 weeks.
Q: Best table size for gatherings?
6-seater for backyard. Two 6-seaters for larger groups.
Q: Best timber for summer?
Spotted Gum - Class 1, handles Australian summer UV well.
Q: Umbrella hole available?
Yes, specify when ordering. 50mm stainless sleeve on all models.
Want to read more? See our guide on hardwood picnic tables for Australia Day.
