The World Youth Day 2008 (WYD08) events take place in the Sydney central business district and at Randwick Racecourse and Centennial Park between Tuesday 15 and Sunday 20 July 2008. It is expected to be the largest youth event Australia has ever hosted, attracting over 125,000 international visitors to Sydney. WYD08 events include the first visit by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to Australia.  Sydney will be the only city the Pope visits while in Australia.

There is no public holiday associated with World Youth Day but the influx of visitors to the Sydney central business district may mean that some employers might wish to consider alternative business arrangements over this period, such as allowing people to work from home or taking leave.

Remember, World Youth Day week events take place during the second week of the July school holidays.

For information on business briefings and to read our business newsletters, visit the Information for Sydney CBD businesses webpage.

For general information and suggestions for employers and employees, visit the Information for Employers and Employees webpage.