Hey Minister, where’s the West Pilbara water?
The Nationals WA Deputy Leader Jacqui Boydell says Water Minister Dave Kelly’s lack of forward planning for the drying West Pilbara Water Scheme is a major concern for the region.…
Busselton Margaret River Airport – new terminal needed
Member for Warren-Blackwood, Terry Redman is an outspoken campaigner for a new, purpose built terminal at the Busselton Margaret River Airport, especially since Jetstar’s announcement to run three flights per…
Time for State Government to provide relief for regional water costs
A tax on toilets is among a series of over-the-top water charges that are pushing regional operators to the wall, according to The Nationals WA small business spokesman Vince Catania.…
South West mission to put spotlight on Bunbury, Busselton
Understanding what measures are needed to promote sustained growth in the South West will be a key agenda item for The Nationals WA team visiting Bunbury and Busselton today. Regional…
Telecommunications security vital for the North West
Telstra will strive to improve the connectivity of its network in the north of WA after concerns raised by The Nationals WA spokesperson for Regional Cities Ian Blayney. The telecommunication…
Goldfields migration a good start but more needs to be done
The Nationals WA Deputy Leader and Member for Mining and Pastoral Jacqui Boydell says the State Government needs to provide more funding for the Goldfields Migration Employment Program (GMEP) to…
Welfare plan for retired racehorses follows in Nationals tracks
Racing and gaming spokesperson Colin Holt says State Government plans for the protection of retired racehorses has been carbon copied from a Nationals WA policy announced a year ago. During…
Security fence for prison must adhere to Shuard Review
Member for Geraldton Ian Blayney has called on the State Government to ensure that the proposed fence that is intended to separate the male and female units in Greenough Regional…
WA Nationals secure audience with Federal Drought Minister for local pastoralists
Federal Minister for Drought David Littleproud has accepted an invitation from The Nationals WA to attend a crisis meeting of farmers and growers in Kalgoorlie later this month. Member for…
Blayney welcomes Sinosteel purchase of Oakajee stake
Geraldton MLA Ian Blayney today welcomed the Sinosteel purchase of the intellectual property of Oakajee Port and Rail Project, and the Jack Hills iron ore resource. “Firstly, I’d like to…