Premier AnnastaciaMP has revealed she would rather lose the election than close her state's border, as she refused to bow to continued border pressure.
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Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has revealed she would rather lose the election than close her state's border, as she refused to bow to continued border pressure. Ms Palasczuk remained unapologetic for her decision to keep borders closed, arguing it was in the best interests of her constituents. In a tweet, Ms Palaszczuk said "I will do everything I can to keep Queenslanders safe during the pandemic and I make no apologies for that.
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