On election night, as results poured in and history was being made, some Queenslanders were glued to their screens, caught between the thrill of politics and the comfort of home. I was trackside in Townsville at the velodrome, with one eye on my husband competing and the other trying to wrangle a very active toddler, all while refreshing my phone screen to watch the vote tally tick along.
Geoff from the Chamber of Commerce let it slip at the B2B coffee event on Tuesday that he was riveted to the election coverage, wine and cheese in hand.
The results in Mackay mark a monumental shift, as Nigel Dalton’s victory closes over a century of Labor representation. But Mackay isn’t alone—the wave of change was felt across Queensland, with voters signalling strong support for the Liberal National Party. Now, it’s the LNP’s time to shine, and many of us look forward to seeing the results of their campaign promises delivered in real action.
With federal elections on the horizon, Labor may well be feeling the pressure after witnessing the swing across Queensland. The coming months in politics promise to be just as engaging, and we’ll be here to follow every development closely.
I would like to extend my congratulations to all the candidates who poured their time, energy, and resources into this year’s state election campaigns. Running for office requires a major commitment, both personally and financially, and it’s a true testament to their passion for shaping the future of our communities.
Amanda
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