While I loved aspects of the law, my upbringing had shown me that in politics, you could make policy decisions that actually changed people's lives - so I made my decision, and ran for my father's old seat. — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
I have a very clear jobs agenda for Queensland, and I expect everybody to support that jobs agenda. — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
When Tony Abbott was prime minister, I could get straight answers. I didn't always like what he had to say, but he stuck to… — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
My first job was at the Inala Plaza selling jewelry; I've seen all sorts of life; I've studied overseas; I've worked hard in my… — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
There are young children out there in our state, that could be Olympic champions at 2032 to think that Melbourne has hosted an Olympics,… — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
I think everybody in my government now understands and appreciates that people who work in a whole variety of traditional industries across our state… — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
I still do get all these letters from people saying they are not pronouncing my name correctly! — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
You have to govern like you've got a majority. It doesn't matter whether it's one seat, five or 10 seats. — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
I'm really bad, I watch reality TV sometimes - I just think it's the best form of escape. — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share Image
I think my grandfather had the most incredible strength of character to be able to survive the war and I hope that that is one of the great strengths that he has passed through to my father and through to me. — Annastacia Palaszczuk Copy Share
