Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s ordering of a Productivity Commission inquiry into the GST carve-up is no cause for celebration and is most definitely not a victory for WA. The people of WA will now have to wait another year to be told what they already know — we’re being dudded by the Commonwealth Grants Commission…
DetailsWith the final votes being counted from the State election, it appears that I have been unsuccessful in my bid to retain my Mining and Pastoral Region seat. It has been an honour and a privilege to represent communities in the electorate and serve as their voice in State Parliament. Among the many things for…
DetailsLeader of The Nationals WA Mia Davies has condemned WA’s Federal Members of Parliament for failing to fight against the State’s disgraceful GST return. Ms Davies questioned how WA’s Federal MPs had chosen not to use their influence in Parliament to get a better deal for their State, after it was yesterday revealed WA will…
DetailsMember for Mining and Pastoral Region Jacqui Boydell MLC has slammed the State Government for its weak comments on reducing Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) work practices in regional WA. Ms Boydell said it was clear new Minister for Mines and Petroleum Bill Johnston, whose electorate is located in Cannington, had no credibility on the issue and called…
DetailsThe Nationals WA have today unveiled their new parliamentary leadership team. The Nationals elected Member for Central Wheatbelt Mia Davies MLA to lead the Party, with Member for Mining and Pastoral Region Hon Jacqui Boydell MLC elected as Deputy Leader at a party room meeting earlier today. Ms Davies said she was humbled to be given the opportunity to serve as Leader of the Party. “The Nationals WA have been a…
DetailsDeputy Leader of The Nationals WA Mia Davies has paid tribute to the late Winifred Piesse, noting her legacy as the first woman to represent the Country Party in State Parliament. Ms Davies said Ms Piesse would be remembered as a hardworking and passionate Member of Parliament, and for her tireless advocacy in health, education, children and youth…
DetailsDeputy Leader of The Nationals WA and Member for Central Wheatbelt Mia Davies has paid tribute to outgoing Leader Brendon Grylls. “I wish to acknowledge the enormous contribution Brendon Grylls has made to Western Australia,” Ms Davies said. “His departure from the WA political landscape is a loss – as the architect of the Royalties…
DetailsBrendon Grylls has conceded defeat in the seat of Pilbara in the wake of the State election. State President of The Nationals WA James Hayward thanked Mr Grylls for his leadership and dedication to The Nationals WA, noting his legacy as one of the most pivotal figures in WA’s political history. “Brendon has never been…
DetailsLiberal Party election costings, released less than three days from polling day, have revealed what many suspected – the Liberals’ election promises are based on a massive 40 per cent cut to Royalties for Regions. Last night, the Liberal Party confirmed at ten minutes to midnight what the Labor Party have been saying for…
DetailsA statement from Leader of The Nationals WA, Brendon Grylls Liberal Party election costings, released less than three days from polling day, have revealed what many suspected – the Liberals’ election promises are based on a massive 40 per cent cut to Royalties for Regions. Last night, the Liberal Party confirmed at ten minutes to midnight what the…
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