Palaszczuk shows emotional side as attacks over Queensland border closure take their toll

Premier finds herself under mounting criticism, including from prime minister, as pressure to ease border restrictions grows

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I'm human just like everyone else", Annastacia Palaszczuk said, her voice wavering as she finished her daily coronavirus briefing on Friday.

These are difficult decisions and they're heartbreaking," the visibly emotional Queensland premier said.