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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Matilda Boseley

Memes, hot takes and mockery: how the internet reacted to Gladys Berejiklian’s resignation

Since taking office in 2017, Gladys Berejiklian has always inspired strong emotions. Not always positive, but always passionate.

It’s hardly surprising then, that the internet exploded when she resigned as New South Wales premier on Friday, after the Independent Commission Against Corruption’s shock announcement they would investigate her conduct in relation to ex-lover and former Wagga Wagga MP Daryl Maguire.

These are just some of the examples of the social media sadness, celebration, hot takes and memes after her fall.

The online commentary kicked off during the hour-long wait between Icac’s press release and the premier’s media conference, when her resignation was accidentally announced via a hot-mic mishap.

Once she announced her departure, the jokes started coming thick and fast.

And this:

And:

Many were quick to point out that Friday’s Australian Financial Review Magazine cover was already out of date.

The Instagram account dedicated to publishing Berejiklian fan art was one of the first to grieve the loss of their patron.

And others resurfaced this classic portrait posted to the account:

While some were genuinely sad, others were more upset that the departure would mean the end of the wholesome “Cheds” meme, referring to the premier’s habit of leaving home on big news days with a hand full of dry crackers for her breakfast. Although the exact brand of snack was a matter of much debate.

While plenty of people were taking the mickey out of the whole situation, others were sad to see a powerful woman in politics go, no matter the circumstances.

Now, many are pondering what’s next for the (soon-to-be-former) premier.

Bye Gladys.

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