Annastacia Palaszczuk

39th Premier of Queensland, Australia

Annastacia Palaszczuk - 39th Premier of Queensland, Australia
Born

July 25th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 39th Premier of Queensland from 2015. Held the position during significant events including the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2020 Queensland state election. Focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic recovery. Also led the state through natural disasters and recovery efforts.

Led Queensland during the COVID-19 pandemic

Won the 2020 Queensland state election

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