The Australian Fatwa Council has declared Monday, March 31, as the date for Eid-ul-Fitr. Due to its geographical location, Australia is often among the first to announce Ramadan and Eid dates. The council based its decision on lunar calculations, confirming that the new moon of Shawwal will be born on March 29 at 9:57 PM and visible on March 30, making Ramadan 30 days long.