Statement from The Nationals WA
This morning, The Nationals WA received a formal notice of resignation of Party membership from Mr James Hayward. The Party had suspended his membership yesterday, effective immediately, after an emergency…
Government’s haphazard approach to fire season leaves communities at risk
Failures, inaction and missed opportunities in the emergency services portfolio threaten to reduce the number of volunteers available and place communities at increased risk as the southern high threat fire…
Rushed bill by Labor defies accountability and consultation
The Opposition has condemned the Labor Government for rushing through yet another important piece of legislation, after the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2021 passed through the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday…
Premier unable to guarantee teacher for every classroom
The Opposition has condemned the Premier’s refusal to guarantee there will be a teacher in every classroom at the beginning of Term One next year. Shadow Education and Training Minister…
Report proves Labor’s lacklustre approach to vaccine roll-out
An independent report tabled by the Auditor General in Parliament today shows the McGowan Government has failed to put in place comprehensive plans to roll-out the COVID vaccine across the…
Auditor General report exposes leaky pipes
An Auditor General report has found state-wide losses from leaks, bursts and unbilled water has risen to nearly 52 billion litres in 2020-21. In response, Shadow Water Minister James Hayward…
Rushed bill another example of Labor’s abuse of power
The Opposition has slammed the Labor Government for deciding to ram the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2021 through the Parliament, saying they are once again ignoring proper processes. Opposition Leader…
Mixed messages cause vaccination confusion for emergency services volunteers
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Martin Aldridge MLC has called on the Government to provide clarity around vaccination requirements for emergency services volunteers. “The Opposition is concerned at how the…
Dark day for regional WA as voices silenced in Parliament
The Opposition has condemned Labor’s disgraceful passing of electoral reform legislation, which will silence regional West Australians by slashing representation in the Parliament. Opposition Leader and Shadow Electoral Affairs Minister…
Bank closures in South West another blow for regional communities
The Nationals WA has expressed grave concern at the closure of ANZ, Commonwealth and NAB branches in the South West, adding to previous closures made in other regional communities across…