Don’t call me Captain Killjoy: David Littleproud opposes Matildas’ public holiday

National party leader says it's easy for the PM to call for a national holiday if Australia win the World Cup, but business would suffer

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David Littleproud has opposed a public holiday for Australia if the Matildas win the World Cup, while insisting he does not want to be labelled Captain Killjoy".

A day after Australia defeated France in a thrilling penalty shootout to set up a semi-final clash against England, the National party leader said business groups were right to worry about the costs of a public holiday.