Premier fends off economic criticism
Annastacia Palaszczuk insists she has an economic plan to guide the state’s struggling economy through COVID-19, amid criticism her Government needs long-term planning.
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Premier: Behind-the-scenes talks held over AFL Grand Final
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Borders closed until no community transmission
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