Former South Australian Premier Steven Marshall has officially quit politics, handing in his resignation weeks after announcing his intention to stand down from parliament.
The now-former member for Dunstan joined his constituents in a brief moment of reflection on his career, with a by-election now triggered.
For Marshall it's been a journey in parliament spanning more than 13 years, culminating in leading in a way few others have needed to, as he guided the state through a once-in-a-century pandemic.
"It's always interesting, with hindsight, to look back at decisions but overall I'm very proud about what we achieved in South Australia," he said.
Current Premier Peter Malinauskas had a message for Marshall.
"I thank him for his service. I acknowledge it. I wish him all the best for the future. I think Mr Marshall cares for our state," he said.
It was a sentiment echoed by some of the constituents of his Eastern suburbs seat, who are sad to see him go.
A political stoush over ambulance ramping ended his time as premier at the 2022 state election and very nearly also ended his time in parliament altogether.
Labor is now looking to capitalise on the slim margin which remains, running the same candidate, Cressida O'Hanlon, against a new face for the Liberal Party, Anna Finzio.
"We'll give it our best shot. We've got an incredible candidate in Anna Finizio," opposition leader David Spiers said.
Meanwhile, Marshall will be an interested bystander.
While he has begun working privately with defence and technology companies, his next moves have not yet been laid out.
"No initial plans, I just want to get through the by-election," he said.