Perth Mint saga drags on for besieged Minister
The Opposition has slammed the McGowan Labor Government for their disturbing lack of awareness about a raft of internal failings in the State-owned Gold Corporation. Shadow Minister for Mines and…
Fishing trips on the line under Labor’s proposed ban
The Opposition has warned the McGowan Labor Government’s proposed ban on demersal fishing will jeopardise future long weekend fishing trips for WA families. Shadow Fisheries Minister Colin de Grussa said…
New COVID legislation is just State of Emergency by another name
The Opposition has continued their call for the State of Emergency to end, as the McGowan Labor Government’s rushed legislation entrenches the same powers for another two years. Opposition Leader…
11,000 reasons to review ‘fishy’ demersal ban
The Opposition has said the McGowan Labor Government has no choice but to review its proposed 9 month ban on demersal fishing, following more than 11,000 West Australians petitioning against…
Statement from Opposition Leader and Nationals WA Leader Mia Davies
The Nationals WA offers its sincere condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For 70 years, the Queen has been a steadfast pillar…
More broken promises as Geraldton Hospital tender in limbo
Progress on the McGowan Government’s signature election promise for Geraldton, the redevelopment of the Geraldton Health Campus, appears to have hit another roadblock. Shadow Minister for Regional Heath Martin Aldridge…
Inquiry into G2G system needed to ensure fairness and integrity
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Martin Aldridge MLC has called on the Government to commit to an independent inquiry into the controversial G2G pass system. Mr Aldridge said remarks made…
School teacher shortfall proof of Labor’s neglect
The Opposition has condemned the McGowan Labor Government for their neglect of the education sector which will now see West Australian schools short of 700 teachers next year. Shadow Education…
Perth Mint probe a necessary measure
The Opposition has said the decision by the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) to probe the Perth Mint over compliance concerns with financial crime laws, is necessary to…
Paltry silence won’t stop egg farmers cracking under bureaucratic pressure
The Opposition has called on the McGowan Labor Government to clarify how and when new national standards, set to impact the viability and welfare outcomes of poultry farms, will be…