Sixth Labor Budget surplus fails Geraldton and Mid West
Despite the Labor Government swimming in budget surpluses, largely due to higher GST returns and a strong resources sector, the Mid West has been left wanting once again according to…
State must act to curb youth crime in Mullewa
Ongoing crime in Geraldton and Mullewa and the Labor government’s failure to act is deeply concerning according to The Nationals WA. Nationals’ candidate for Geraldton, Kirrilee Warr said despite ongoing…
Labor is leaving WA behind
The Alliance Opposition has today labelled the Cook Labor Government’s Budget as one which leaves WA behind. Opposition Leader Shane Love said despite posting a $3.2 billion surplus, the 2024/25…
Kingston demands equal treatment for firearms petition
Nationals Member for the South West, Louise Kingston has demanded the Cook Labor Government give equal treatment to the 32,234 petitioners standing against the Firearms Bill 2024. “The Cook Labor…
Labor denies Mid West communities life-saving rescue helicopter
The Premier Roger Cook has been condemned by The Nationals WA after he again dismissed calls for a rescue helicopter to be based in the Mid West, despite a clear…
Country Age Pension fuel card increase long overdue
Member for Moore Shane Love has welcomed an increase to the Country Age Pension Fuel card, adding it is long overdue. From 1 July 2024, the value of the card…
Jurien Marina funds not before time
Member for Moore Shane Love has welcomed news that the state government will allocate $17.5 million to extend the northern breakwater at the Jurien Bay Marina. Mr Love said the…
Nationals WA pledge $45m for Mid West Rescue Helicopter
The Nationals WA will commit $45 million to purchase a new rescue helicopter and fund its ongoing operating costs in Geraldton and the Mid West when returned to Government in…
Nationals WA to empower community decision-making for planning
The Nationals WA will reform WA’s Development Assessment Panels (DAPs) to boost local representation and enhance community engagement in planning and decision-making. Leader Shane Love MLA said DAPs have become…
Historic moment as Nationals WA announce metropolitan champions
For the first time in the over 100-year-history of The Nationals WA, the party has preselected local champions to contest seats in the metropolitan region. At a special State Council…