Mark Keans told 'no hugs' for children crossing NSW-Queensland border to say goodbye

Jessica McLaughlin
Updated April 14 2021 - 11:53pm, first published September 14 2020 - 6:00pm
DYING WISH:Dr Chris Perry has stood up for the Chief Health Officer who copped harsh criticism over cases such as terminally ill Mark Keans, inset, who was denied permission to hug his children. Picture: Contributed
DYING WISH:Dr Chris Perry has stood up for the Chief Health Officer who copped harsh criticism over cases such as terminally ill Mark Keans, inset, who was denied permission to hug his children. Picture: Contributed

He may not see another Christmas, and he has not seen his children since last year. Yet, former Ganmain man Mark Keans has had to fight for his dying wish to be honoured amid the global pandemic.

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Jessica McLaughlin

Jessica McLaughlin

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