Sam Lim (Tangney, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Today I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to an extraordinary leader and, in my view, the finest statesman of our time, the Premier of Western Australia, the Hon. Mark McGowan. In the face of unprecedented challenges, he displayed unwavering strength, unwavering courage and unwavering leadership. During the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, he stood tall, fiercely protecting the state of WA. With immense personal sacrifice and under immense stress, he made tough decisions that were not always popular but were crucial to protecting us from the troubled times.

Through his unwavering dedication, we have witnessed the transformation of our state from darkness to a golden age of hope and prosperity. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his steadfast commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all Western Australians. As he embarks on a well-deserved break, I wish the Premier all the best in his future endeavours. May his legacy continue to inspire generations to come. Thank you, Premier, for being the guiding light during our darkest hour.