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Celebrity lockdown escapees getting on with life in Queensland

Patrick Durkin
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The colourful former mayor of Geelong, Darryn Lyons, is just one of the thousands who have escaped lockdowns to continue life and business in far north Queensland and other parts of the country free of COVID-19.

He is not alone, as the combination of lockdowns and remote working sends people fleeing from major cities.

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Patrick Durkin is Melbourne bureau chief and BOSS deputy editor. He writes on news, business and leadership. Connect with Patrick on Twitter. Email Patrick at pdurkin@afr.com
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    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/celebrity-lockdown-escapees-getting-on-with-life-in-queensland-20210826-p58ma4