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Ethan James

Snap election stand-off ends as sacked minister quits

Ex-minister Elise Archer has left Jeremy Rockliff's government and the Tasmanian parliament. (Rob Blakers, Ethan James/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's only Liberal government has dodged a snap election after sacked Tasmanian attorney-general Elise Archer quit parliament and launched a scathing attack on the premier.

Ms Archer was punted from cabinet by Premier Jeremy Rockliff over allegations of workplace bullying and text messages he deemed inappropriate.

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