Small business has warned against declaring an “unprofitable” public holiday if the Matildas win the World Cup after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese threw his support behind the idea.
“It’s easy to announce a public holiday, but policymakers need to understand it will come at a real cost, particularly for small business who are doing it very tough at the moment with rising costs,” he said. “We urge state and territory leaders to ensure that no small business is left behind and that small business support and investment is a big part of the conversation at National Cabinet”.in Brisbane in their FIFA World Cup quarter-final for a place in the semi-final in Sydney on Wednesday night. The winner will play either England or Colombia.
“Because they learn how to win, they learn how to lose, they learn how to co-operate in a team environment,” he said.NSW Premier Chris Minns has already indicated that he’d back a public holiday if the Matildas go all the way.Victoria’s Premier Daniel Andrews has been lukewarm about the idea of a public holiday, warning Matildas fans not to jinx the national team.