As Western Australia prepares to commemorate two years of deliberate isolation from the federation and the world, it is not surprising that the simmering dissent and divide is starting to reach boiling point.
While many supported the ‘Iron Ore Curtain’ during the earlier days of the pandemic, and took comfort in the feeling of safety it provided, Premier Mark McGowan’s decision to delay the border opening indefinitely has angered businesses, expats, and the entertainment and sports industry alike.
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