The prime minister has defended the announcement amid criticism from business and industry leaders.
An unexpected public holiday: Damned if you do, damned if you dont
: Events like this one at the 2019 AFL Grand Final Event are going to cost a lot more (Supplied).
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On the 22nd of September, employers will either close their doors for a national public holiday to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth the second - or stay open and pay higher wages to employees.
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