Cyclones, media frenzies and a key conversation: why Annastacia Palaszczuk changed her mind about leaving

Annastacia Palaszczuk, who has resigned as Queensland premier. ‘The ball was left in Palaszczuk’s court’ before the move, writes Amy Remeikis. ‘After nine years and three election wins, she was respected enough not to be shoved.’ Photograph: Darren England/AAP

In the end, cyclone season decided it.

To anyone outside of Queensland, cyclone season means an interrupted holiday, or regular news breaks of locals paddling down the main street in tinnies.