The states with most public holidays – and why NSW wants to catch up (opens original article in a new tab)

NSW's Labor Party plans to add two public holidays to reach 14, matching Victoria's count, amid union proposals and business concerns about economic impact.

• NSW Labor Party considers adding two public holidays to reach 14 total
• Unions propose permanent ANZAC Day holiday when it falls on a weekend and a family/community day in September
• Businesses warn additional holidays could harm small operators
• NSW aims to match Victoria's public holiday count