Peggy and Molly: Premier responds to questions about magpie's return
Premier Steven Miles wants to see a "common sense" approach to Molly the magpie's future. Source: Office of the Hon. Steven Miles MP
Video transcript
STEVEN MILES: But I think sometimes common sense needs to prevail, and in this instance, ensuring that they can legally take care of Molly is the best outcome for Molly as well as the family.
- Premier, you think common sense has not prevailed in this case today?
STEVEN MILES: Well, I think if you look at the story, there is a better outcome possible, and I wanna see a better outcome. I don't wanna see any of the rules broken, but there has to be a way within the rules to see Molly live out a happy life with her family.
- But, Premier, you made your comments yesterday supporting the return of Molly while the department is continuing to investigate the matter. Were those comments premature? Are they effectively throwing your officials under the bus?
STEVEN MILES: Well, I'm asked a lot of questions every single day, and what I will always do is tell Queenslanders what I think. What I answered yesterday was what I thought. Now, clearly it's not my decision. These officers are independent from me, but I'm entitled to have an opinion, and that's what I gave yesterday.
