Regional dialysis wait times explode under WA Labor
The number of people waiting for renal dialysis in regional WA has doubled since 2020, with several regional communities now facing average wait times of over a year to access…
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…
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…
Paid leave for emergency volunteers deserves support
Volunteering has long been a major part of Australian community and culture – but as barriers to volunteering grow it is necessary for the State Government to consider innovative ideas…
Opposition asks McGowan Labor Government to guarantee funding for cyclone-impacted communities
The Opposition has renewed calls for the McGowan Labor Government to guarantee long-awaited answers for communities still dealing with the impact of Tropical Cyclone Seroja (TCS), 16 months on from…
Emergency Services Minister blocks access to DFES facilities, staff and volunteers
The Opposition has raised concerns around access to emergency service facilities including volunteers and staff after repeated requests were rejected by the Emergency Services Minister. Opposition Leader Mia Davies said…
Over 500 vacancies for essential frontline workers putting health services at risk
Shadow Regional Health Minister Martin Aldridge has condemned the State Labor Government’s ongoing neglect of the health system after it was confirmed over 500 vacancies exist for essential frontline health…
State Government must introduce Paid Emergency Response Leave
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Martin Aldridge MLC has called for the State Government to establish dedicated leave arrangements for recognised emergency service volunteers working in the public sector. While…
Funding shortfall means Geraldton radiation oncology won’t proceed
The Minister for Health has told State Parliament a long-awaited Geraldton radiation oncology unit won’t proceed unless the Federal Government pays for it. Shadow Minister for Regional Health Martin Aldridge…