Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Mark McGowan resigning as premier of Western Australia - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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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