Western Australia premier Mark McGowan abruptly resigned Monday, claiming he was 'exhausted'.

McGowan delivered this shock announcement at a snap press conference, midway through his second term in office.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Mark McGowan remains a 'political juggernaut' for the region and he was 'loved' by his state for his Covid-19 response.

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Western Australia premier Mark McGowan abruptly resigned Monday, claiming he was 'exhausted'.
McGowan delivered this shock announcement at a snap press conference, midway through his second term in office.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Mark McGowan remains a 'political juggernaut' for the region and he was 'loved' by his state for his Covid-19 response.
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