‘Slogan salad’: Barbs exchanged at Qld election debate
The Queensland premier and opposition leader have butted heads in their second leadership debate, with abortion laws emerging as a key issue ahead of the poll.
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Harris promises tax-free tips for hospitality workers
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Opposition leader can’t run state after claim: premier
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